Oceanic currents

Oceanic currents are large-scale movements of seawater driven by wind, temperature differences, and the Earth's rotation. They play a crucial role in regulating the planet's climate by distributing heat across the oceans. Warm currents, like the Gulf Stream, transport warmer water from the tropics toward the poles, while cold currents move cooler water from the polar regions back toward the equator. These currents affect weather patterns, marine ecosystems, and global temperature, making them essential for both environmental balance and human activities such as shipping and fishing. Understanding them helps us grasp global climate and ecological processes.