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What ocean dynamics create stronger ocean upwelling along the western coasts of continents around the globe?

A)Surface accumulation due to coastal reflection
B)Deep water conversion into ice sheets
C)Offshore Ekman Transport caused by Wind
D)Local increase of sea-surface temperature

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When surface winds blow parallel to coastlines (especially in the Northern hemisphere) in presence of trade winds, then the Coriolis effect causes a net transport out to sea away fron the coast in upper water. This allows for upwelling of cool rich nutrients. This process does a more direct mechanical effect compared to temperature driven causes.

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