There are many global patterns that effect the weather on Earth including ocean currents and the jet stream. Which of the reasons below most accurately describes how the jet stream affects weather around the Earth? (SC.6.E.7.3) A. The jet stream carries air in a vertical pattern from the surface of the Earth to the top of the clouds.

B. The jet stream carries warmer water on the surface of the Earth.

C. The jet stream is a band of wind at the surface of the Earth carrying water.

D. The jet stream acts as a river of air high in the atmosphere transporting warm air and cooler air.