Name the cold water current that travels along the west coast of South America and identify which way it flows.

Correct Answer: Option C — Humboldt, to the north

The Humboldt Current, also known as the Peru Current, is a cold, low-salinity ocean current that flows north along the western coast of South America. It is driven by prevailing winds and plays a critical role in the regional climate by upwelling nutrient-rich deep water to the surface.