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Q · OceanographyMedium · 45s
Which factor does NOT directly influence ocean currents?
TopicOceanography
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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While tectonics shape ocean basins, currents are primarily driven by wind, Earth’s rotation (Coriolis force), temperature, and salinity.
Final Answer: Option C — Tectonic Plate Movement