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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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A periodic warming of sea surface temperatures in the central and eastern Pacific Ocean, significantly influencing global...

The branch of science dealing with the laws of motion of air or other gases.

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