Introductory Chemistry (5th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 032191029X
ISBN 13: 978-0-32191-029-5

Chapter 14 - Acids and Bases - Exercises - Problems - Page 520: 29

Answer

Acid rain is caused by atmospheric contaminants such as sulfur dioxide, nitrogen dioxide or nitrogen monoxide. These chemicals are released through the burning of fossil fuels and combine with atmospheric moisture to create acid rain. They can also cause extensive environmental damage to forests, agriculture, bodies of water and even man-made structures.

Work Step by Step

Acid rain is caused by atmospheric contaminants such as sulfur dioxide, nitrogen dioxide or nitrogen monoxide. These chemicals are released through the burning of fossil fuels and combine with atmospheric moisture to create acid rain. They can also cause extensive environmental damage to forests, agriculture, bodies of water and even man-made structures.
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