Question

Which is a consequence of the Gulf Stream becoming weaker?(1 point) Responses It will result in warmer temperatures in Europe. It will result in warmer temperatures in Europe. It will result in more powerful Atlantic hurricanes. It will result in more powerful Atlantic hurricanes. It will cause a reversal in the direction of the current. It will cause a reversal in the direction of the current. It will cause the current to reach much farther north.

Answer 1

The correct consequence of the Gulf Stream becoming weaker is: It will result in more powerful Atlantic hurricanes.

A weaker Gulf Stream can lead to changes in atmospheric conditions that may contribute to increased hurricane intensity. While it may also affect temperatures in Europe, the most direct and commonly discussed consequence is its potential impact on hurricane strength.