Which outcome occurs when an orographic barrier disrupts air mass movement?

💡 Explanation

A rain shadow forms because orographic lift causes air to cool, leading to condensation and precipitation on the windward side; therefore, the leeward side receives less moisture, rather than uniform rainfall due to consistent adiabatic changes.

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