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Question 6

The table below shows different types of rainfall and weather features that affect the UK.

Use arrows to match each rainfall type or feature to its correct description.

One has been done for you.

Rainfall / Weather FeatureDescription
Relief rainfallAn area of dry land on the sheltered, leeward side of high hills or mountains that receives very little precipitation.
Frontal rainfallMoist air is forced to rise over high land. As it rises, it cools and condenses to form rain on the windward slopes.
Convectional rainfall→Warm air is forced to rise rapidly after solar heating of the ground. It cools and condenses to form heavy showers.
Rain shadowWarm, light air meets cold, dense air. The warmer air is forced up at a boundary, leading to condensation and prolonged rain.
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