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Many deserts are rain shadow deserts. Mountain ranges block the flow of moisture from the ocean and cause it to fall on the windward side. The dry air then passes over the mountains to the leeward side and there is no moisture left so a rain shadow desert forms. See the diagram above,
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What are mountains in deserts?
Mountains in deserts are called . . . . . . . . mountains!
Are all deserts surrounded by mountains?
No, not all deserts are surrounded by deserts.
What are the important mountains deserts or national parks in Indiana?
There are no mountains, deserts or oceans in or near Indiana.
Are there mountains in the deserts?
Yes, there are mountains in the desert. They are a common feature.
Are there any mountains forest or deserts in China?
Yes, there are forests, mountains and deserts in China.
Are Nevada's geographical features deserts and mountains?
Yes, Nevada is covered with mountains and deserts.
Which mountains and deserts are located in Peru?
The Andes Mountains and the Atacama and Sechua Deserts are found in Peru.
Are there deserts in Kansas?
Kansas has neither mountains or deserts.
Which state has more deserts and mountains?
The state of Nevada is almost entirely covered in deserts and numerous mountains.
Is Japan mainly rain forests or deserts or plains or mountains?
Japan is mostly mountains. It has no rainforests or deserts.
What are Libya's landforms?
libyan deserts and other surrounding deserts
The landforms that make up over two thirds of china are?
a. mountains and plateaus b. mountains and deserts c. plains and deserts d. rivers and tributaries The answer is B or mountains and deserts.
