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Q: Select the option that is appropriate regarding the following two statements labeled Assertion and Reason. Assertion: The orographic type of precipitation that is caused by moving masses nof moist air may get lifted up to higher altitudes, due to presece of mountains as barriers. Reason: Moving masses of moist air are lifted up to higher altitudes due to presence of mountains as barriers and consequently, they undergo cooling, condensation and precipitation.
  • A. Both Assertion and Reason are true and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
  • B. Both Assertion and Reason are false.
  • C. Assertion is true, but Reason is false.
  • D. Both Assertion and Reason are true, but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.
Correct Answer: Option A - Orographic precipitation is a type of precipitation that occurs when air masses are lifted to higher altitudes as they move across mountain barriers. This type of precipitation is also known as relief precipitation. • Mountain barriers cause air masses to rise due to their elevation and shape.
A. Orographic precipitation is a type of precipitation that occurs when air masses are lifted to higher altitudes as they move across mountain barriers. This type of precipitation is also known as relief precipitation. • Mountain barriers cause air masses to rise due to their elevation and shape.

Explanations:

Orographic precipitation is a type of precipitation that occurs when air masses are lifted to higher altitudes as they move across mountain barriers. This type of precipitation is also known as relief precipitation. • Mountain barriers cause air masses to rise due to their elevation and shape.