Question
What causes polar jet streams to form?(1 point)
Responses
air masses moving away from each other
air masses moving away from each other
high-pressure systems
high-pressure systems
warm and cold air masses
warm and cold air masses
rapid changes in wind direction
Responses
air masses moving away from each other
air masses moving away from each other
high-pressure systems
high-pressure systems
warm and cold air masses
warm and cold air masses
rapid changes in wind direction
Answers
GPT-4o mini
The formation of polar jet streams is primarily caused by **warm and cold air masses**. The contrast between the colder air from the poles and the warmer air from the equator creates significant wind patterns, leading to the development of jet streams.