What ocean currents move toward the poles are called?

Ocean currents that move toward the poles are known as warm currents. These currents transport warm water from the equator to higher latitudes, influencing climate and weather patterns in those regions. Examples include the Gulf Stream in the North Atlantic and the Kuroshio Current in the North Pacific. As these warm currents reach higher latitudes, they can cool and contribute to the formation of cold currents that flow back toward the equator.