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Why are tropical deserts found along the western margins of the continents?

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The major hot deserts of the world are found on the Western margins of the continents because the trade winds blowing from North-East to South-West shed their moisture on the Eastern side and become dry by the time they reach the western side.

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Why are tropical deserts found along the western margins of the continents?

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Geography

Why are tropical deserts found along the western margins of the continents?

World Regions

Answer

Related Questions

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Name the economic activities practiced in the tropical grasslands.

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(ii) Why is this form of farming gaining popularity in recent times?

Give a reason for each of the following:
'The Equatorial region is also called the lungs of the world.'
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Tundra region has a low annual range of temperature.