The model above shows the Gulf Stream, a predictable pattern of ocean currents that transfer water and energy throughout the Atlantic Ocean. As climate change has been warming the atmosphere over the past 100 years, researchers have noted a weakening
of the Gulf Stream Analyze the model. Predict the impacts of a weakened Gulf Stream on the affected areas. Select ALL that apply
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Decreased energy in the Gulf Stream can increase the fish migration to the
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area .
Decreased energy in the Gulf Stream will accelerate the melting of ice in
the Arctic
Reduced cold current in the Northeastern United States will bring
heatwaves to the area,
Less heat energy in Western Europe will result in colder than average
temperatures there
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Faster flow of the Gulf Stream will increase the rate of glacier formation in
the polar regions