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Environmental · L1 · How a Rain Shadow Desert Forms

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A mountain blocks rain from reaching the far side, creating a dry desert.

by @openstemUpdated Environmental
🌊 Moist air blowsin from the oceanAir rises up themountain and cools🌧️ Rain falls on themountain's wet sideDry air sinks downthe far side🏜️ Little rain reachesthe far side — a desert

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