Geography · Climatology

Which of the following statements regarding orographic rainfall is correct?

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1It occurs mainly during summer and is common over equatorial doldrums in the Congo basin.
2This type of precipitation is characterised by seasonal reversal of winds that carry oceanic moisture.
3This type of precipitation occurs when warm, humid air strikes a mountain range and is forced to rise.✓
4This precipitation is heavy but of short duration, highly localised and is associated with minimum amount of cloudiness.

Correct answer

This type of precipitation occurs when warm, humid air strikes a mountain range and is forced to rise.

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