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Davideckstein7

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on: Jul 14, 2018
How do mountain ranges alter precipitation patterns?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

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Why is the pattern of upper-level winds an important part of the forecasting process?
 
  A) Jet streams aloft always lead to storms.
  B) It strongly influences the development of surface storms.
  C) Rainfall at the surface corresponds to westerly flow aloft.
  D) Surface pressure controls the wind aloft.


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duy1981999

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Reply #1 on: Jul 14, 2018
Answer to Question 1

If the prevailing wind direction is against the mountain range, there will be an area of relatively abundant rainfall on the windward slopes where the air is forced to rise. A rain shadow, or arid region, will be found on the lee side.

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Davideckstein7

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Reply 2 on: Jul 14, 2018
Gracias!

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