What are ‘jet streams’? – InterviewSolution

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1.	What are ‘jet streams’?
Answer» In the upper layers of the atmosphere, there are strong westerly winds concentrated in a relatively narrow and shallow stream known as “Jet streams” They cause heavy rainfall in North-west India.

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