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Why does precipitation generally fall on the windward side of mountain ranges?
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Which areas receive the most precipitation?
some of the mountain ranges do
How does the amount of rainfall on the windward side of a mountain differ from that of the leeward side?
rain shadows usually occur on the leeward side of the mountain ranges.
Downwind of large mountain ranges there is less precipitation this drier zone is called?
Rain Shadow
Where are convergent boundaries located?
Composite cone
What are 3 mountain ranges in the Pacific mountain System?
The Three mountain ranges are: -Cascades -Alaska and Aleutian Ranges -Coast Ranges - On the coastline of the Pacific is the Sierra Nevada of California
What are the two sides called of mountain ranges?
The two sides of a mountain range are typically referred to as the windward side and the leeward side. The windward side faces the prevailing winds and receives more precipitation, while the leeward side is sheltered from the wind and tends to be drier.
What is the climate on the windward side of coastal mountain ranges?
hot and dry
Which of these is effected by mountain ranges and prevailing winds?
The distribution of precipitation and temperature is affected by mountain ranges and prevailing winds. Mountains can block the movement of air masses, causing rain shadows and influencing local climate patterns. Prevailing winds can transport moisture and heat to different regions, affecting weather patterns and ecosystem dynamics.
Which areas receive the most precipitation?
some of the mountain ranges do
How does the amount of rainfall on the windward side of a mountain differ from that on leeward side?
rain shadows usually occur on the leeward side of the mountain ranges.
How does the amount of rainfall on the windward side of a mountain differ from that of the leeward side?
rain shadows usually occur on the leeward side of the mountain ranges.
What is Influenced by prevailing winds mountain ranges and season winds?
The weather.Precipitation
Where are convergent located?
generally in mountain ranges
Downwind of large mountain ranges there is less precipitation this drier zone is called?
Rain Shadow
What affects precipitation?
Prevailing winds. Mountain ranges. Distance from bodies of water. Seasonal winds. (:
Windward and leeward side of a mountain?
The windward side of a mountain is typically the west side of the mountain, receiving the various weather as weather moves west to east. The leeward side of a mountain opposes the windward side, making it the east side of the mountain, receiving little weather, blocking weather (rain) and warming air rapidly as it moves down this side of the mountain. The leeward side of mountains causes deserts, dry places, little rain, etc., for it releases warm air unto these places, and blocks weather (rain) from moistening them (I.E. Las Vegas, etc. on the eastern side of the mountain ranges).
Where are rich coal and minerals generally found?
mountain ranges
