Question

_____ can alter wind flow and create a rain shadow effect. Beaches Lakes Mountains Oceans

Answer 1

Answer: Mountains can alter wind flow and create a rain shadow effect.

Step-by-step explanation:

Rain shadow effects :An area having less precipitation of less rain fall due to the effect of the topographic (physical features of that area ) barriers( to prevent the movement) like mountain or mountains range.

Sides of mountain:

• Windward side: Area or side where high rainfall occurs. Wind prevailing loose their moisture on this side which leads to high rainfall on this side.

• Leeward side : Area or side where low rainfall occurs.

Answer 2

The correct answer is Mountains. Mountains can alter wind flow and create a rain shadow effect. A mountain is a large landform and is high surrounding a limited area. It is generally steeper and higher than a hill.