Question 41
Nigeria: Physical SettingJos has a heavier rainfall than the other towns on the same latitude in Nigeria because it
- A.has lower temperatures
- B.is located on the windward side of a plateau
- C.is located near the coast
- D.is located on the path of descending winds
- E.is located in the equatorial region
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: B (is located on the windward side of a plateau)
Explanation
Moist south-west winds are forced to rise over the Jos Plateau, cool and give relief (orographic) rain.