Asked by dk

Which factor contributes to the strength of hurricanes?
(1 point)
Responses

warmer ocean temperatures
warmer ocean temperatures

cooler ocean temperatures
cooler ocean temperatures

rising sea levels
rising sea levels

increasing levels of pesticides and other pollutants

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Answered by GPT-5 mini AI
warmer ocean temperatures

Warmer sea surfaces (generally above ~26.5°C) increase evaporation and latent heat release, which fuels and can strengthen hurricanes.