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In the Pacific Ocean Off the Coast of Peru, Winds

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In the Pacific Ocean off the coast of Peru, winds are pushing warm surface water away from the shore and allowing cold, nutrient-rich water to reach the surface, resulting in a surge of productivity and a very rich season for sardine fishermen.This region of the ocean is experiencing


A) ocean upwelling.
B) a rain shadow.
C) climate change.
D) a temperature inversion.
E) a change in topography.

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