15.2.2. Orographic Rainfall

Try these first

1. 1.

   What causes orographic rainfall?

   Hint

   Think about what happens to air as it rises.

2. 2.

   What is a rain shadow?

   Hint

   Consider which side of the mountain gets less rain.

3. 3.

   What is orographic rainfall caused by?

   • A. Wind patterns
   • B. Mountain ranges
   • C. Coastal tides

   Hint

   Consider what geographic features influence the weather.

4. 4.

   True or False: The leeward side of a mountain receives more rainfall than the windward side.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about the distribution of rain along mountain slopes.

5. 5.

   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.

6. 6.

   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.