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Moist air moving near the surface encounters a mountain chain. The air is forced to rise. As the moist air reaches the LCL (lifted condensation level), water vapor contained in the air parcels begin to condense, forming a cloud. The cloud grows as moisture is continually added to the cloud. Eventually, there is enough moisture present to produce rain. The cloud will continue to produce rain and grow as long as there is enough moisture present.
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