Do winds and currents flow faster at the equator than at the poles, or more slowly? Think about what you know regarding the shape and rotation of the Earth, the directions of currents, and convection. Make inferences from what you know. Then give reasons to support your answer.

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Physics

27 June, 08:51

Do winds and currents flow faster at the equator than at the poles, or more slowly? Think about what you know regarding the shape and rotation of the Earth, the directions of currents, and convection. Make inferences from what you know. Then give reasons to support your answer.

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Kailyn Riggs · Answer 1

The winds and currents flow faster at the equator than the poles because the equator is much warmer than the poles. Also the Earth's rotation is much faster at the equator than at the poles.

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