Mountains created in the western United States, blocked the flow of moist air drying out of what is now the American prairie.

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The mountains in the western United States, such as the Rocky Mountains, play a significant role in blocking moist air from the Pacific Ocean. This leads to a rain shadow effect, where the areas to the east of the mountains, including what is now the American prairie, receive significantly less moisture, resulting in drier conditions.