The main oceanic gyres are centered at ________ latitude.
A) 3°
B) 30°
C) 53°
D) 66°
E) 90°

Name: The main oceanic gyres are centered at ________ latitude. A) 3° B) 30° C) 53° D) 66° E) 90°
Brand: Quizplus
Rating: 4.9 (29 reviews)

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The main oceanic gyres (North Pacific, South Pacific, North Atlantic, South Atlantic, and Indian Ocean) are all centered around 30° latitude. This is due to the combination of the Coriolis Effect and the trade winds that create a circular pattern of ocean currents around this latitude.

The Main Oceanic Gyres Are Centered at ________ Latitude