Which outcome typically occurs on the leeward side of a volcanic island in steady trade wind conditions?

A)Increased precipitation and rainforest development

B)Formation of a rain shadow desert✓

C)Accelerated glacial ice accumulation

D)Enhanced coastal erosion from high waves

💡 Explanation

A rain shadow desert forms because, as air rises over the windward side, orographic lift causes cooling and precipitation; therefore, the leeward side experiences dry conditions due to adiabatic warming, rather than moisture, and differing wave climate.

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Which outcome typically occurs on the leeward side of a volcanic island in steady trade wind conditions?

💡 Explanation

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