The wetter,intercepting slope of a mountain is termed the_____ slope,whereas the drier,downwind slope is termed the _____ slope.

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The term "windward" refers to the side of the mountain that faces the prevailing winds and receives more precipitation, while the term "leeward" refers to the opposite side of the mountain that is sheltered from the prevailing winds and therefore receives less precipitation. The other answer choices (A, B, and E) are either incorrect or not commonly used terms to describe mountain slopes.

The Wetter,intercepting Slope of a Mountain Is Termed The_____ Slope,whereas