Question

Why are mountains effective climatic barriers ?

Answer 1

Answer:

Mountains can have a significant effect on rainfall. When air reaches the mountains, it is forced to rise over this barrier. ... When the air descends the leeward side, it warms and is drier because the moisture in the air was wrung out during the ascent. This area with a lack of moisture is known as a rain shadow.

Answer 2

Answer:

the mountains , because of their height obstruct the heavy rain cloud's path, causing heavy rain in the windward side. also, the block cold and hot winds from the mid continental regions. eg, himalayas block the cold winds from mid and north asia, and the aravali range brings rain to the windward side and no rain to the leeward side [thar desert]

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thats it