A particular mountain range is subjected to prevailing winds.Which of the following contributes the most to a drier climate on the leeward side of the mountain range?
A)air expanding and heating on the windward side of the range
B)air expanding and cooling on the windward side of the range
C)air expanding and heating on the leeward side of the range
D)air expanding and cooling on the leeward side of the range

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As air rises up the windward side of the mountain range, it expands and cools, causing moisture to condense and fall as rain or snow. This process, known as orographic lift, results in a drier climate on the leeward side of the mountain range.

A Particular Mountain Range Is Subjected to Prevailing Winds