Rain shadow effect

Front

What is the rain shadow effect?

Back

The rain shadow effect is a weather phenomenon that occurs when moist air rises over a mountain range, cools, and loses moisture as precipitation on the windward side, leaving the leeward side dry.

Front

What happens to warm air compared to cool air regarding water vapor?

Back

Warm air can carry more water vapor than cool air.

Front

What happens to air temperature as you ascend a mountain?

Back

As you go to the top of a mountain, the air temperature decreases.

Front

On which side of a mountain does a rain shadow form?

Back

A rain shadow forms on the leeward side of a mountain.

Front

What type of rainfall occurs on the leeward side of a mountain?

Back

There is less rainfall on the leeward side of a mountain.

Front

Describe the air on the windward side of a mountain.

Back

The air on the windward side of a mountain is moist.

Front

What landform is responsible for creating the rain shadow effect?

Back

Mountains are the landform that causes the rain shadow effect.

Front

What is the term for the side of the mountain that faces the wind?

Back

The windward side.

Front

What is the term for the side of the mountain that is sheltered from the wind?

Back

The leeward side.

Front

How does elevation affect temperature?

Back

Temperature generally decreases as elevation increases.