Acid Rain Flashcards
1
Q
Causes of acid rain
A
Combustion of fossil fuels
Soulful dioxide released
Soulful dioxide dissolves in water vapour forming sulphuric acid
Water vapour clouds carried a long way
2
Q
Effects of acid rain
A
River and lakes become acidic- poisoning of fish
Tress lose their leaves and die (defoliation)
Stonework buildings and statues can be corroded
3
Q
Attempts to avoid acid rain
A
Use filters that trap these harmful gases
Use renewable sources eg solar power
