The "rain shadow effect occurs because:
A) cloud shadows move from east to west, dropping moisture on the east of mountain ranges in the northern hemisphere.
B) cool air masses warm as they move closer to the sun, dropping moisture on the wet side of mountains.
C) warm air rises and drops moisture on one side of the mountain.
D) clouds don't pass over mountain chains and thus drop warm. moist air.
E) precipitation patterns follow the tilt of Earth's axis.

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The rain shadow effect occurs when warm air rises and cools as it moves over a mountain range, dropping moisture on the windward side. As the air descends on the leeward side, it warms up, reducing its ability to hold moisture, leading to drier conditions.

The "Rain Shadow Effect Occurs Because