ocean current
[ˈoʊʃən ˈkɜrənt]
nounpl: ocean currents
corrente oceânica
1. a continuous, directed movement of seawater flowing in a specific direction through the ocean
The Gulf Stream is a powerful ocean current that influences weather patterns in the Atlantic.
A Corrente do Golfo é uma poderosa corrente oceânica que influencia os padrões climáticos do Atlântico.
2. a large-scale flow of water in the ocean caused by wind, temperature differences, salinity, and Earth's rotation
Ocean currents play a crucial role in distributing heat around the planet.
As correntes oceânicas desempenham um papel crucial na distribuição de calor ao redor do planeta.
3. a river-like flow within the ocean that can transport organisms and nutrients across vast distances
Plankton are carried by ocean currents to different parts of the world.
O plâncton é transportado por correntes oceânicas para diferentes partes do mundo.
In Brazil, understanding ocean currents is particularly important due to the country's extensive Atlantic coastline and the influence of currents like the Brazil Current on fishing and climate. The term is primarily used in scientific, educational, and environmental contexts. In the USA, ocean currents are significant topics in education and climate discussions, especially given their role in weather systems like hurricanes and in global climate regulation.
Related Idioms & Phrases
go with the current - follow the natural flow or general trend
against the current - move in opposition to established patterns or beliefs
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