If maritime moist air continuously reaches a mountain area why can rainfall be greater on the windward slope?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Moist air is forced upward and cools
Moisture and mountain uplift together increase condensation and rain. Exam tip: see maritime moisture and orographic uplift together.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Moist air is forced upward and cools
Why is this the correct answer?
Moisture and mountain uplift together increase condensation and rain. Exam tip: see maritime moisture and orographic uplift together.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 12 Geography question. Chapter: Water in the Atmosphere. Topic: Clouds and precipitation.