Which of the following happens during the development of a Chinook wind? (Assume rain occurs near the mountain summit.)
A) compression of the air as it rises up the windward side of the mountain
B) increase in specific humidity of the air near the summit
C) increase in relative humidity during the air's ascent up the windward side
D) increase in relative humidity on the leeward side
E) compressional heating of the air on the windward side

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As air ascends the windward side of a mountain, it cools and its relative humidity increases, often leading to precipitation.

Which of the Following Happens During the Development of a Chinook