Kamchatka Current
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-006759
A cold ocean current that flows southward along the eastern coast of the Kamchatka Peninsula in the North Pacific Ocean. It originates from the Bering Sea and is a continuation of the Bering Sea Current, carrying cold, low-salinity water. This current significantly influences the climate and marine ecosystems of the western North Pacific.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-006759 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
| Synonyms | East Kamchatka Current |
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