SCIENCE
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES
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Lower water temperature
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Reduction in the number of aquatic animals and plants
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Eggs that will not hatch in aquatic ecosystems
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None of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -Effects of Acid Rain on Plants and Trees Dead or dying trees are a common sight in areas effected by acid rain. Acid rain leaches aluminum from the soil. That aluminum may be harmful to plants as well as animals. Acid rain also removes minerals and nutrients from the soil that trees need to grow.
Detailed explanation-2: -Many of the chemical reactions that lead to the formation of acid rain are affected by temperature. Higher temperatures usually accelerate reactions, suggesting that global warming is likely to increase the formation of acidic materials.
Detailed explanation-3: -Acid rain increases the acidity of lake water. This causes changes in the assemblages of plant and animals that occur naturally in the lake. An acid-stressed lake is typically very clear, with filamentous algae along the bottom and reduced fish population.
Detailed explanation-4: -Acid rain does not affect the respiratory system of human beings.