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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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The percentage of water vapor in the air relative to the maximum amount of water vapor the air can hold at a given temperature.

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A long, narrow region in the atmosphere that transport water vapor, like a river in the sky.

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