Ecology (Human Impacts) Flashcards
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Acid Rain / Acid Deposition
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2 parts: Wet + Dry;
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Wet deposition (acid rain)
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Acidic rain, fog, and snow; Affects a variety of plants and animals based on acidity of water is, the chemistry + buffering capacity of the soils involved, and the types of fish, trees, and other living things that rely on the water
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Dry deposition (acid rain)
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Acidic gases and particles; Half of acidity in atmosphere falls back this way; Wind + water create more acidity
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