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The prevailing or average temperature and precipitation over a long period of time for an area
The layer of gasses that surrounds the Earth
Distance north or south from the equator
Circular patterns of movement of surface currents
Movements of ocean water far below the surface
The condition of the atmosphere at any given time
The heating of the area of earth around the equator from the direct rays of the Sun
An area that has similar average temperatures and precipitation throughout the year
The global ocean conveyor belt is a constantly moving system of deep-ocean circulation driven by temperature and salinity that transfer water around the globe
The measure of the amount of salt or solids dissolved in liquid