What is Orographic Lift?
The upward movement of air caused by a topographic barrier, such as a mountain, which can lead to cloud formation and precipitation.
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The branch of science dealing with the laws of motion of air or other gases.
A narrow band of strong winds in the upper atmosphere, typically flowing from west to east and influencing weather patterns.
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A weather watch means there is a risk of weather hazards in the near future, which could pose a threat to life/property....
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A prefix used in cloud nomenclature to describe middle-altitude clouds that form between 6,500 and 20,000 feet, such as altostratus...
A thin, white cloud layer that is intertwined or separate, arranged in regular order, and does not cast a shadow.