Orographic effect

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What is the orographic effect?

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The orographic effect is a weather phenomenon that occurs when moist air is lifted over a mountain range, causing precipitation on the windward side and creating a rain shadow on the leeward side.

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What is another term for the rain shadow effect?

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Orographic uplift.

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Which side of a mountain range often has more rain and plants?

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The windward side.

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What happens to air as it rises up a mountain?

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It expands and cools.

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What is the term for the release of water vapor from plants into the atmosphere?

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Transpiration.

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What is precipitation?

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Water that falls to the earth’s surface in the form of rain, snow, sleet, or hail.

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What is the leeward side of a mountain?

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The side of the mountain that receives less precipitation and is often drier.

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What is condensation?

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The process by which water vapor in the air cools and changes into liquid water, forming clouds.

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What role do mountains play in weather patterns?

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Mountains can block the flow of moist air, leading to different weather conditions on either side.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate refers to long-term average weather patterns in a region.