Acid Rain & ocean acidification

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What is acid rain?

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Acid rain is precipitation that contains high levels of sulfuric and nitric acids, primarily caused by emissions from burning fossil fuels.

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What causes ocean acidification?

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Ocean acidification is primarily caused by the absorption of carbon dioxide (CO2) from the atmosphere into the ocean.

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What is the main gas responsible for ocean acidification?

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Carbon dioxide (CO2) is the main gas responsible for ocean acidification.

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How does acid rain affect aquatic ecosystems?

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Acid rain can lower the pH of water bodies, making them toxic to aquatic life.

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What is calcium carbonate and why is it important?

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Calcium carbonate is a chemical compound that is essential for the formation of shells and skeletons in marine organisms.

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What happens to marine organisms due to ocean acidification?

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Marine organisms have to use more energy to build their skeletons due to the decreased availability of calcium carbonate.

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What are sulfate and nitrate particles?

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Sulfate and nitrate particles are pollutants that can harm human health when present in the air.

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How does acid rain impact human health?

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Acid rain can lead to respiratory problems and other health issues due to harmful particles in the air.

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What is the pH scale?

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The pH scale measures how acidic or basic a substance is, with lower values being more acidic.

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What is the effect of acid rain on soil?

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Acid rain can leach essential nutrients from the soil, harming plant growth.