The Rain Shadow Effect Refers to

question 64

Multiple Choice

The rain shadow effect refers to

• A) more light on the windward side of mountain ranges
• B) more light on the leeward side of mountain ranges
• C) drier conditions on the windward side of mountain ranges
• D) drier conditions on the leeward side of mountain ranges
• E) wetter conditions on the windward side of mountain ranges

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