Why Is the Leeward Side of Most Mountain Ranges Often

question 61

Multiple Choice

Why is the leeward side of most mountain ranges often warmer than the windward side?

• A)because wind is cold
• B)because latent heat is released on the windward side
• C)because the leeward side is a lower elevation than the windward side
• D)because latent heat is released on the leeward side

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