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How do mountains barriers affect precipitation level

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On the windward side of the mountain, wind will blow up along the side of the mountain. As it rises up, it cools acrobatically forming clouds as water vapour, begins to condense. This leading to greater precipitation and thus a wetter climate on the windward side.
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