Why are currents stronger in the west atlantic as compared to east atlantic

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due to ekman movement and earths corriolis force the western side current is stronger than eastern side current anywhere else also

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FOLLOW

gulf stream is a continuation of equatorial current. due to the shape of landmass of the gulf of mexico, and the florida coast, the gulf stream is stronger than the currents of the east-atlantic. the likes of canary currents and all.