Which of the following statements is true for ocean gyres?

A. Gyres occur deep within the ocean.
B. Gyres rotate clockwise in the Northern Hemisphere.
C. Gyres occur at the ocean surface.
D. Gyres rotate counterclockwise in the Northern Hemisphere.
E. Gyres are circular-moving currents.
F. Gyres are linear currents.


Answer: Statement B, C and E are correct.
B. Gyres rotate clockwise in the Northern Hemisphere
C. Gyres occur at the ocean surface
E. Gyres are circular-moving currents

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