Assume the bottom of the tank represents the Earth's surface. Does the fluid (water) flow towards or away from the polar regions (consider our discussions on convection from lecture when answering this question). [ Select ] What conclusions can you make about the water temperature near the poles? [ Select ] Does the fluid (water) flow towards or away from the tropical regions (consider our discussions on convection from lecture when answering this question). [ Select ] What conclusions can you make about the water temperature near the tropics? [ Select ] Flag question: Question 5