Discussion Post: Global Wind Systems, Air Masses, Fronts, and Mid-Latitude Cyclones
o How do global wind patterns affect the ocean currents? What are the differences between the Northern and Southern Hemispheric wind-ocean currents?
The Southern Hemisphere is called the water hemisphere since there are only two significant land masses affecting currents. How do land masses affect ocean currents? Give a specific explanation of an ocean current and what occurs due to the land mass. (Minimum 180 word )
o If a hurricane hits the Virginia coast, why is the weather often more severe on the northeast side of the storm than on the southwest side? (Minimum 180 word )
The response must include a reference list. Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.