S3 Relief rainfall quiz

Why does the West of Scotland get the most rain?

• Due to the South-West prevailing wind

• Due to the mountains, such as the North-west Highlands

• Due to relief rainfall

What does relief mean?

• Refers to the height of the land

• Refers to the break between rain showers

• Refers to the rain shadow effect

Which side of the mountain is the Windward side?

• Furthest from the sea

• Closest to the sea

Which side of the mountain is the Leeward side?

• Furthest from the sea

• Closest to the sea

Which is the first stage in relief rainfall?

• It rains

• The Leeward side of the mountain is in the rain shadow

• Clouds rise over the mountains causing them to cool

• Warm, moist air travels in off the ocean and is forced to rise over mountains

• The ground is heated up, forcing air to rise over mountains

How much rainfall does the Leeward side of the mountain receive?

• 50%

• 40%

• 30%

• 20%

• 10%