Which of the following are related to the combination of winds that push the ocean currents and differences in oceans' water density that are driven by oceanic circulation?

A. temperature and oxygen content
B. temperature and pressure
C. temperature and salinity
D. None of the choices are correct.


Answer: C

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A. volcanic glass B. material with crystals of different chemical compounds C. crystals grown in a laboratory D. ice E. None of these choices are correct.

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