Name: Weather and Climate
Uploaded: 2019-07-19
Duration: 5 min 54 s
Description: Have you ever used the words weather and climate interchangeably? But is it the same? Watch this video to find out.

Question

Differentiate between relief rainfall and cyclonic rainfall.

Accepted Answer

Relief Rainfall Cyclonic Rainfall

1. Cause: Caused by the ascent of moist air over elevated terrains such as mountains. 1. Cause: Results from the lifting of warm, moist air associated with a cyclone or low-pressure system.

2. Location: Typically occurs on the windward side of mountains facing the direction of the prevailing wind. 2. Location: Primarily happens in regions affected by cyclones, usually in coastal areas.

3. Process: As air rises over mountains, it cools, leading to condensation and rainfall on the windward side. The leeward side experiences a rain shadow effect. 3. Process: Warm, moist air spirals into a low-pressure centre, rising and cooling, causing condensation and rainfall in and around the cyclone.

Differentiate between relief rainfall and cyclonic rainfall.

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