If a mountain range significantly alters regional wind patterns, which consequence follows for the local biome distribution?

💡 Explanation

A rain shadow effect occurs because mountains force air to rise, cool, and release moisture on the windward side, therefore creating a drier biome on the leeward side, rather than causing homogenous biomes or directly impacting ocean currents.

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