Service Branches Compared. As the oldest branch of the U.S. Military, the Army protects the security of the United States and its resources. The Army Reserve trains part time near home until needed, and members deploy alongside the Army.
A community for students. anonymous 2 years ago Which factor has a major effect on deepwater currents in the ocean? coriolis effect difference in water density winds continental deflection Biology.
The following factors cause ocean currents: (a) The prevailing winds are the major cause of the ocean waters moving in a definite direction. The pushing action of these winds makes the waters flow as they do. Like the planetary winds, currents too are deflected from their original path due to the rotation of the Earth.