Air Masses Formed Over the Pacific Ocean Eventually Encounter Extensive

Multiple Choice

Air masses formed over the Pacific Ocean eventually encounter extensive north-south mountain ranges as they move from west to east.Which statement best describes a component of an outcome of this encounter between a mountain range and an air mass?

A) The cool,moist Pacific air heats up as it rises,releasing its precipitation as it passes the tops of the mountains.
B) The warm,moist Pacific air rises and cools,releasing precipitation as it moves up the windward side of the range.
C) The cool,dry Pacific air heats up and picks up moisture from evaporation of the snowcapped peaks of the mountain range.
D) The warm,moist Pacific air is blocked by the mountains,resulting in the heavy annual rainfall on the windward side.
E) These air masses remain essentially unchanged in moisture content and temperature as they pass over the ranges.