When air rises after striking a mountain and causes rain, what type of rainfall is it?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Orographic rainfall
In orographic rainfall, moist air rises along mountain slopes and cools. In exams, link mountain barrier with this rainfall.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Orographic rainfall
Why is this the correct answer?
In orographic rainfall, moist air rises along mountain slopes and cools. In exams, link mountain barrier with this rainfall.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 12 Geography question. Chapter: Water in the Atmosphere. Topic: Clouds and precipitation.