Mountain Air and Rain Shadow Effects

The video explains why one side of a mountain is lush and green while the other is a desert. As wind hits the mountain, it rises, cools, and forms clouds that release rain or snow, creating a green environment. The dry air then descends on the other side, forming a rain shadow desert.

What happens to the air as it is forced upwards by the mountain?

• It becomes drier and forms clouds.

• It becomes warmer and forms clouds.

• It cools down and forms clouds.

• It remains at the same temperature.

What is the result of clouds being squeezed dry of rain or snow?

• A desert forms on the windward side.

• Lush forests develop along the mountain's path.

• The mountain becomes icy.

• The mountain becomes barren.

Which side of the mountain is typically lush and green?

• The windward side

• The leeward side

• The desert side

• The southern side

What is the term used to describe the dry area on the leeward side of a mountain?

• Mountain oasis

• Leeward forest

• Windward desert

• Rain shadow desert

How does the air change as it descends the leeward side of the mountain?

• It becomes more humid.

• It becomes drier.

• It remains unchanged.

• It becomes colder.