Which of the following refers to the term "rain shadow"?
A)Periods of time during which there is a lack of rainfall.
B)Dry regions on the leeward side of mountain ranges.
C)Windward slopes of mountains.
D)Wet areas on the downwind sides of mountains.

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"Rain shadow" refers to the dry regions on the leeward side of mountain ranges. These regions receive less precipitation compared to the windward slopes of mountains, where moist air rises and cools, leading to condensation and precipitation. The rain shadow effect occurs because the air on the leeward side of the mountains descends, warms up and becomes drier, leading to little or no precipitation in the region.

Which of the Following Refers to the Term "Rain Shadow