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ICSE · Class 9 · Geography

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What does the term hydrosphere mean?

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Oceans cover about what share of the Earth's surface?

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Which statement about land and water distribution in the Northern Hemisphere is correct?

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In the Southern Hemisphere, land and water are nearly in what proportion?

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Which of the following are included in the hydrosphere?

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Oceans, Rivers, Lakes, Underground water

The hydrosphere includes oceans, rivers, lakes, underground water, and atmospheric water.

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Which of the following are main factors producing ocean currents?

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Planetary winds, Variations in sea water temperatures, Variations in sea water salinity, Rotation of the Earth

These are four major factors responsible for ocean currents.

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What is the direction of the Coriolis force effect on ocean currents in the Northern Hemisphere?

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To the right of the wind direction

Due to Earth's rotation, currents in the Northern Hemisphere are deflected to the right of the wind direction.

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What is a gyre?

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A circuit of mid-latitude currents around the periphery of an ocean basin

A gyre is the flow around the periphery of an ocean basin in a circular pattern.

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What are the important topics in Tides and Ocean Currents for ICSE Class 9 Geography?
Key topics in Tides and Ocean Currents include Hydrosphere and Distribution of Land and Water, Ocean Currents: Meaning, Causes, and Movement, Major Ocean Currents, Effects of Ocean Currents. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 9 exams.
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