The primary purpose served by surface ocean currents is to:
A) equalize climate impacts felt on opposite sides of the same continent.
B) drive atmospheric wind patterns.
C) help dissipate excess energy received at the poles during their periods of 24- hour daylight.
D) transfer heat and equalize the imbalance of energy between the poles and the equator.

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Surface ocean currents transfer heat and help to equalize the imbalance of energy between the poles and the equator. This helps to regulate global climate and plays a key role in the distribution of heat around the Earth. Surface ocean currents are driven by a combination of factors, including the Earth's rotation, winds, and differences in temperature and salinity.

The Primary Purpose Served by Surface Ocean Currents Is To