The formation of a rain shadow desert involves which of the following? a. A moun

Question

The formation of a rain shadow desert involves which of the following?

a. A mountain range or other lofty topographic feature, blocks the flow of moist air.

b. Rain from a storm creates a strong and cold downdraft of air. This cold descending air mixes with the warm moist air and prevents storm development.

c. They are formed by cold ocean currents that swing close to land. The cold currents cool the air above the and slow the process of evaporation. The air is thus too dry to create clouds and storms.

d. Towering cumulonimbus clouds (storm clouds) prevent the Sun from heating the land. Without the solar heating, the air remains cool and does not rise to produce storms.

Explanation / Answer

A

The mountains block the all the rain producing weather and leaves the dry air or air the less moisture on to the other side of mountain which leads to rain shadow effect

Related Questions

Navigate

• Browse (All)
• Browse T
• Subjects

Integrity-first tutoring: explanations and feedback only — we do not complete graded work. Learn more.