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¿Qué fenómeno es el principal causante de las corrientes marinas de arrastre?What phenomenon is the main cause of drift currents?

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Correct answer: c) The wind.

Why it is correct

Drift currents are produced by wind.

Why the others are not

  • a) That gives density currents.
  • b) That gives tidal currents.
  • d) It deflects them, but does not cause them.

How to work it out in the exam

  1. Drift: wind drags the water.

Where this question comes from

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