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Topic 4 L.3
Topic 4 L. 3 terms and definitions
Term | Definition |
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Current | A large stream of moving water that flows through the oceans. |
El Niño | An abnormal climate event that occurs every two to seven years in the Pacific Ocean, causing changes in winds, currents, and weather patterns for one to two years. |
La Niña | A climate event in the eastern Pacific Ocean in which surface waters are colder than normal. |
Gradually | To move or change slowly. |