Question

Washington State is divided by a mountain range called the Cascades. On the west side of the mountains, the weather is fairly cool and rainy for most of the year. On the east side of the mountains, the weather is much drier.Which statement best explains the difference in climate between the two sides of the mountains in Washington?

A.Dry air moves northward along the east side of the mountains.
B.Moist air loses water vapor as it rises up the west side of the mountains.
C.Dry air picks up water vapor as it rises up the east side of the mountains.
D.Moist air moving eastward stops when it meets the west side of the mountains

Answer 1

Answer: B Moist air loses water vapor as it rises up the west side of the mountains.

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