When prevailing winds blow from onshore to offshore,what generally happens?
A)The winds cause offshore surface water to flow away from shore,forcing deeper water to rise to the surface.
B)The dry conditions from the land evaporate surface waters,making them more dense due to salinity increase,and they sink.
C)The wind drives a longshore current,which draws cold air from higher latitudes,producing a cold climate.
D)The wind drives the water away from shore,forcing the water to descend in a downwelling zone.

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Prevailing winds blowing from onshore to offshore will cause offshore surface water to flow away from shore, which causes deeper water to rise to the surface. This process is known as upwelling and brings nutrients from the bottom to the surface, which can lead to increased productivity in marine ecosystems.

When Prevailing Winds Blow from Onshore to Offshore,what Generally Happens