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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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A condition in which the stratification of the atmosphere depends on both air temperature and pressure, and where surfaces...

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The scientific study of climate, focusing on the analysis of long-term weather patterns and trends over time.

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The lowest level of a given cloud or cloud layer in the atmosphere, relative to the observer's position above the ground.

Snow that rises to 8 feet or higher.

Precipitation in the form of small balls or lumps of ice that form in thunderstorm updrafts and fall to the ground.

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The formation of ice crystals on surfaces when the temperature drops below freezing, typically overnight, causing potential...