East Australian Current
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-005237
A warm, southward-flowing ocean current that originates in the Coral Sea and extends along the southeastern coast of Australia. It transports warm, nutrient-poor water from the tropics into temperate latitudes, influencing regional climate and marine ecosystems. This current is the largest ocean current off Australia's coast, with typical speeds of 1 to 2 meters per second.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-005237 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
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