Question 8
WeatherA region experiences rainfall due to moist air rising over a mountain barrier. Which are correct?
i. Orographic rainfall occurs
ii. Windward side receives more rainfall
iii. Leeward side is dry
iv. Rainfall is evenly distributed
- A.i, ii, iii & iv
- B.ii & iii only
- C.i & iv only
- D.i, ii & iii only
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: D (i, ii & iii only)
Explanation
Air forced over mountains gives orographic (relief) rain, heavy on the windward side, while the leeward side is a dry rain shadow; so rain is not even.