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ICEF 5th Grade: The Earth System

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On average, how much more rain does West Ferris receive compared to East Ferris over the past 5 years?

82.8 in

77.5 in (correct)

61.6 in

765.3 in

What is the rainshadow effect caused by?

Wind direction

Low air pressure

High humidity levels

Mountain ranges blocking rainfall (correct)

As water vapor moves higher into the atmosphere, it gets:

Colder (correct)

Warmer

Heavier

Drier

In which layer of the atmosphere would rain be more likely to form based on the given information?

3,000 m because as water vapor moves upwards, it condenses more Signup and view all the answers

Apart from temperature, what is another key component to the rain shadow effect?

Wind Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for plants growing on the east side of the mountain?

Rainfall reaching the east side Signup and view all the answers

Which side of the island of Ferris is described as having plants covering the mountainside?

West Ferris Signup and view all the answers

Why does Aaliyah mention the rainshadow effect to Jake?

To clarify why it always rains at her house Signup and view all the answers

How does the rainshadow effect impact the weather on the island of Ferris?

Creates dry conditions on one side of the mountain Signup and view all the answers

What does Jake question Aaliyah about when she invites him to play soccer?

Why it always rains when he visits her Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best summarizes the impact of the mountain on rainfall in Ferris?

One side receives more rainfall while the other side is dry Signup and view all the answers

Based on Aaliyah's response, what can be inferred about the weather patterns on the island of Ferris?

Weather varies between East and West Ferris due to the rainshadow effect Signup and view all the answers