15.2.2 - Orographic Rainfall
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What causes orographic rainfall?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens to air as it rises.
What is a rain shadow?
💡 Hint: Consider which side of the mountain gets less rain.
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What is orographic rainfall caused by?
💡 Hint: Consider what geographic features influence the weather.
True or False: The leeward side of a mountain receives more rainfall than the windward side.
💡 Hint: Think about the distribution of rain along mountain slopes.
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Discuss the implications of orographic rainfall in the context of climate change.
💡 Hint: Link changes in weather patterns directly to known effects on local environments.
Evaluate the importance of orographic rainfall in urban planning for cities near mountain ranges.
💡 Hint: Think about how infrastructure must adapt to changing rainfall patterns.
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