Global ocean conveyor belt

The global ocean conveyor belt is a continuous, large-scale system of ocean currents that circulate water around the globe. It moves warm water from equatorial regions toward the poles and cold water from the poles back toward the equator. This process regulates Earth's climate by distributing heat, affecting weather patterns and climates worldwide. It also helps transport nutrients and oxygen throughout the ocean, supporting marine life. The conveyor belt is driven by differences in water temperature and salinity, as well as Earth's rotation, making it a vital piece of the planet's climate system.