CameraIcon
CameraIcon
SearchIcon
MyQuestionIcon
MyQuestionIcon
14
You visited us 14 times! Enjoying our articles? Unlock Full Access!
Question

Generally, cold ocean currents originate near ________.

A
polar or higher latitudes
Right on! Give the BNAT exam to get a 100% scholarship for BYJUS courses
B
tropic of cancer
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
C
tropic of capricorn
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
D
equator
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
Open in App
Solution

The correct option is A polar or higher latitudes
Ocean currents are streams of water flowing continuosly over the ocean surface in fixed directions. Most of the warm ocean currents originate near the equator. However, cold ocean currents originate near poles or other higher latitudes.

flag
Suggest Corrections
thumbs-up
6
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
similar_icon
Related Videos
thumbnail
lock
Ocean Currents
GEOGRAPHY
Watch in App
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
CrossIcon