NEET BIOLOGY

ECOLOGY

ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
In the case of acid rain, what mixes and comes down with rain?
A
chemicals
B
snow
C
ice
D
leaves
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Acid rain results when sulfur dioxide (SO2) and nitrogen oxides (NOX) are emitted into the atmosphere and transported by wind and air currents. The SO2 and NOX react with water, oxygen and other chemicals to form sulfuric and nitric acids. These then mix with water and other materials before falling to the ground.

Detailed explanation-2: -It is also possible to prevent acid rain forming, by adding lime deposits to major water sources. This method has been used to neutralize the Ph levels in the water, which reduced the acidity, for thousands of years, the LA Times reported (opens in new tab).

Detailed explanation-3: -Acid deposition forms when sulfur dioxide (SO2) and nitrogen oxides (NOx) combine with moisture in the atmosphere to produce sulfuric acid and nitric acid.

Detailed explanation-4: -Acid rain is caused by a chemical reaction that begins when compounds like sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxides are released into the air. These substances can rise very high into the atmosphere, where they mix and react with water, oxygen, and other chemicals to form more acidic pollutants, known as acid rain.

Detailed explanation-5: -Filter and detoxify the water used by the factories before returning it to the rivers. Reduce the emission of pollutant gases by industry. Encourage the production and use of renewable energy instead of fossil fuels. Reduce the energy consumption of factories and companies.

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