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 rapidly rotating column of air extending from a thunderstorm to the ground, capable of causing significant damage.
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The branch of science dealing with the laws of motion of air or other gases.
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A cloud that develops from Cirrus, completely or partially covering the sky, creating a halo effect, thin, sheet-like, milky...
A large body of air having similar horizontal temperature and moisture characteristics.
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