What is Orographic precipitation?

Rainfall which occurs on the side of a mountain

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Rainfall which occurs near a sea shore

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Rainfall which occurs on a plateau

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Rainfall which occurs on the plains

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The correct option is A Rainfall which occurs on the side of a mountain
Orographic precipitation, snow, or other precipitation produced when moist air is lifted as it moves over a mountain range. As the air rises and cools, orographic clouds form and serve as the source of the precipitation, most of which falls on the windward side of the mountain ridge.

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