If air descends on the leeward slope after raining on the windward slope why can its relative humidity decrease?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Because descending air warms and moisture has already reduced
Windward rain removes moisture and descending air warms and becomes drier. Exam tip: understand the rain shadow mechanism.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Because descending air warms and moisture has already reduced
Why is this the correct answer?
Windward rain removes moisture and descending air warms and becomes drier. Exam tip: understand the rain shadow mechanism.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 12 Geography question. Chapter: Water in the Atmosphere. Topic: Clouds and precipitation.