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Oceanic gyres are large systemsof circulating ocean currents formed by the combined effects of wind, the Coriolis effect, and the continents. These gyres play a significant role in regulating the Earth's climate, ocean circulation, and marine ecosystems. There are five major oceanic gyres in the world: 1. **North Atlantic Gyre**: Located in the North Atlantic Ocean, it includes the Gulf Stream, the North Atlantic Current, the Canary Current, and the North Equatorial Current.

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