Question 23

(Multiple Choice)

What factors are responsible for the formation of a rain shadow between 30 and 60 degree latitudes?


A) Westerlies that carry precipitation.
B) Mountain ranges that force moist air to rise.
C) Changes in temperature correlated with altitude.
D) Rain or snow being released on the west slope-facing side of a mountain and dry, warm air falling on the east slope-facing side of a mountain.

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