The rain shadow effect refers to ____.
A) more light on the windward side of mountain ranges
B) more light on the leeward (facing away from the wind) side of mountain ranges
C) drier conditions on the windward side of mountain ranges
D) drier conditions on the leeward (facing away from the wind) side of mountain ranges
E) reduced sunlight below rain clouds

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The rain shadow effect refers to drier conditions on the leeward (facing away from the wind) side of mountain ranges. As moist air is forced to rise over the windward side of the mountains, it cools and releases precipitation. By the time the air reaches the leeward side, it has lost much of its moisture content, resulting in drier conditions.

The Rain Shadow Effect Refers to ____