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Consider the following
1. Temperature
2. Salinity
3. Winds
Which of the above factors influence ocean currents?

A

1 and 3 only

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B

1 and 2 only

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2 and 3 only

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D

1 , 2 and 3

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Solution

The correct option is D 1 , 2 and 3
Following factors influence ocean currents: The Planetary winds, Temperatures, Salinity, Earth s rotation and Obstruction from land

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