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Equatorial countercurrent
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major surface currents of the oceans Map of the North Atlantic Ocean showing major ocean currents, with warm currents like the Gulf Stream and North Atlantic Drift highlighted in pink and cold currents in blue. Arrows indicate current directions and relative speeds, connecting the eastern coasts of North America, the western coasts of Europe and Africa, and the Arctic region.
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water glass on white background. (drink; clear; clean water; liquid)
Water and its Varying Forms

Equatorial countercurrent: References & Edit History

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Article title updated for style. Nov 10, 2026
Deleted Web site: Fundamentals Of Physical Geography. Jun 06, 2013
Article added to new online database. Jul 20, 1998
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