Asked by Blake Mieser on May 10, 2024
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Briefly describe where deserts develop and why.
Deserts
Arid regions with extremely low rainfall, supporting limited plant and animal life, and characterized by harsh conditions such as high temperatures and low humidity.
- Describe the global placement of deserts and identify the elements that lead to their creation.
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Angie VargasMay 14, 2024
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Deserts develop in the rain shadows of mountain ranges or continental interiors. Mountains force humid air upward, which removes the water from the air. As the air travels down the other side of the mountain, the air is warmed and more water evaporates. Together, this decreases the amount of water in the air and lessens the chance of precipitation over the lands on the side of the mountains away from the prevailing wind.
Learning Objectives
- Describe the global placement of deserts and identify the elements that lead to their creation.