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What causes clouds to form on the upwind side of mountain ranges

What causes clouds to form on the upwind side of mountain ranges
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What causes clouds to form on the upwind side of mountain ranges

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I believe it’s because of the air from the lower part of the mountain adjusting to the climate at the top. Mountains cause air to rise, and when that air rises it cools down creating the clouds.

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