Spanish explorers traveling from South America back to Spain were impacted by which ofthe following?

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calm winds of the Intertropical Convergence zone
calm winds of the Intertropical Convergence zone

the Southern Equitorial Current
the Southern Equitorial Current

the Gulf Stream
the Gulf Stream

westerlies moving counter to the trade winds

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Spanish explorers traveling from South America back to Spain were primarily impacted by the calm winds of the Intertropical Convergence Zone. This zone, located near the equator, is characterized by low winds and was a significant obstacle for sailors during their journeys.