Description:
Text with illustrations treats the subject of how currents are shaped and powered; gyres and eddies; how scientists measure ocean currents. Hotlinks to other sites with background information are provided, with synopses of those sites.

Organization:
Texas A&M University

URL:
http://oceanworld.tamu.edu/students/currents/currentsintro.htm

Cost:
Free over the Internet

Education Level:
General
Grades 5-8
Grades 9-12

Subject:
Coriolis Effect
Oceanography -Physical

Resource Type:
Internet Site
 
 

Date Added to teachearth.com:
5/1/00