Question

1. what is the cause of wind circulation patterns? a the speed of the earth spinning b the difference in temperature across the earth c the movement of jet streams d the occurrence of thunder and lightning

Explanation:

Wind circulation patterns are mainly caused by the uneven heating of the Earth's surface, which results from the difference in temperature across the Earth. Warmer air rises, creating low - pressure areas, and cooler air moves in to replace it, forming wind. The Earth's spinning affects the direction of wind (Coriolis effect) but is not the main cause of wind circulation. Jet streams are a result of wind circulation, not its cause. Thunder and lightning are weather events related to storms and not the cause of wind circulation patterns.

Answer:

B. the difference in temperature across the Earth