When Moist Air from Over an Ocean Moves Inland and Up

question 31

Multiple Choice

When moist air from over an ocean moves inland and up a mountain slope, it causes heavy precipitation on the windward side. On the leeward side of the mountain, the region receives far less rain. This is referred to as

• A) lake effect.
• B) eutrophication.
• C) a montane successional gradient.
• D) a monsoon climate.
• E) rain shadow.

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