East Madagascar Current
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-005242
A warm, southward-flowing ocean current that runs along the eastern coast of Madagascar. This current is a western boundary current of the Indian Ocean and is part of the larger South Indian Ocean gyre. It transports heat and salt southward, influencing regional oceanography and climate.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-005242 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
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