A gyre is a set of currents that form:

a. a line

b. a loop

c. weather

d. climate zones

A gyre is a set of currents that form b. a loop. The circulation of gyres are affected by global wind patterns, landmasses, and the planet's rotation. The circulation is also affected by temperature, as warm water goes up and cold water sinks. There are five major gyres in the world: North Atlantic, South Atlantic, Indian, North Pacific, and South Pacific.