Question

6 which of the following statements is true? in summer, temperatures of land between a large body of water and a mountain range will usually be warmer than temperatures on the far side of the range. winds will almost always blow from a mountain range to a nearby large body of water. in winter, temperatures of land between a large body of water and a mountain range will usually be cooler than temperatures on the far side of the range. areas on the far side of a mountain range from a large body of water are usually drier than areas of the side closest to the water. skip 5/12 complete

Explanation:

When air moves over a mountain range from a large - body of water, it rises and cools, releasing moisture on the wind - ward side. By the time it reaches the leeward side (far side), it is dry. So areas on the far side of a mountain range from a large body of water are usually drier than areas of the side closest to the water. The first statement is incorrect as water has a moderating effect and land between water and mountains is usually cooler in summer. The second statement is wrong as wind direction depends on various factors like temperature differences and pressure gradients. The third statement is incorrect because water has a higher heat capacity and in winter, land between water and mountains is usually warmer.

Answer:

Areas on the far side of a mountain range from a large body of water are usually drier than areas of the side closest to the water.