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Orographic effect

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What is the orographic effect?
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The change in atmospheric pressure caused by the ozone layer
The change in ocean currents caused by the rotation of the Earth
The change in weather conditions caused by the elevation of land masses
The change in wind speed caused by the Coriolis effect

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Q1
What is the orographic effect?
The change in atmospheric pressure caused by the ozone layer
The change in ocean currents caused by the rotation of the Earth
The change in weather conditions caused by the elevation of land masses
The change in wind speed caused by the Coriolis effect
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Q2
In an orographic effect, on which side does rain typically occur?
leeward
upward
downward
windward
30s
Q3
What is the primary force responsible for causing an orographic effect?
volcanoes
mountains
deserts
ocean currents
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Q4
Which side of the mountain typically experiences stronger winds in an orographic effect?
leeward
downward
windward
upward
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Q5
In an orographic effect, what is the term for the area of decreased precipitation on the leeward side of a mountain?
cloud cover
precipitation zone
windward side
rain shadow
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