Q.

Ports of the Baltic Sea remain open for trade even during winter because -

A. It lies in the tropical belt
B. North Atlantic Drift, a warm ocean current flows in the region.
C. Local winds keep it warm.
D. Western disturbances cause abrupt rise in the temperature.
Answer» B. North Atlantic Drift, a warm ocean current flows in the region.
Explanation: It is due to the North Atlantic Drift which is a warm water ocean current, an extension of the Gulf Stream. This current keep the ports along the coasts warm enough to stay open year around.
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