Unit 9 Test -Ocean Currents , Climate, and Energy This weather event is characterized by cold ocean temperatures in the eastern and central equatorial Pacilic and by stronger winds and warmer seas to the north of Australia This is also associated with an increase in Atlantic hurricane activity El Nino Tsunamis La Nina Hurricane

The correct answer is:<br /><br />**La Niña**<br /><br />### Explanation:<br />La Niña is a weather phenomenon characterized by **colder-than-average ocean temperatures in the eastern and central equatorial Pacific Ocean**, as well as **stronger trade winds**. It often leads to **warmer sea temperatures near Australia** and an increase in **Atlantic hurricane activity** due to changes in atmospheric circulation patterns. <br /><br />In contrast, **El Niño** is associated with warmer ocean temperatures in the same region and typically suppresses Atlantic hurricane activity. Tsunamis and hurricanes are unrelated to this specific description.