GL 107 Earth Systems Science

K. Hannula

Discussion questions for 11/7/07

1.  Describe the chemical composition of seawater.  Where does each component come from?

2.  Describe the temperature and density layering of ocean water.

3.  Describe the circulation of ocean currents in the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.

4.  What effect does the Gulf Stream have on the climate of northern Europe?

5.  What is the effect of the California Current on the climate of the western US?

6.  What is upwelling?