The Phenomenon Called a Rain Shadow Requires What Topographical Elements

question 61

Multiple Choice

The phenomenon called a rain shadow requires what topographical elements?

• A)For a rain shadow to occur,a mountain range must be located to the leeward of the ocean.
• B)For a rain shadow to occur,a mountain range must be located in the middle of a desert.
• C)For a rain shadow to occur,a mountain range must be located next to a large lake.
• D)For a rain shadow to occur,a mountain range must be located to the windward side of the ocean.
• E)For a rain shadow to occur,a mountain range must be located in a tropical rainforest.

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