Acid Rain Flashcards
1
Q
How is acid rain formed?
A
The burning of fossil fuels release harmful gases like sulphur dioxide and nitrogen oxides. These gases mix with water vapour in the air which falls as acid rain.
2
Q
What are the 4 main things that acid rain affects?
A
- Forests
- Soils
- Freshwater
- Buildings
- Human health
3
Q
List two solutions for acid rain.
A
- Public transport
- Reduce the amount of energy use
