ENVSCI Midterm Review 3

What is the pH of acid rain?

• Above 7

• Between 6 and 7

• Below 5.6

• Exactly 7

Which gases are responsible for acid rain?

• Carbon monoxide and methane

• Sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxides

• Ozone and carbon dioxide

• Hydrogen sulfide and ammonia

What human activity primarily contributes to acid rain?

• Deforestation

• Burning fossil fuels

• Agricultural runoff

• Fishing

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How does acid rain affect soil?

• Increases nutrient levels

• Neutralizes soil acidity

• Depletes essential nutrients

• Improves soil texture

Which of the following materials is most susceptible to damage from acid rain?

• Granite

• Limestone

• Plastic

• Sandstone

What is the primary cause of ocean acidification?

• Excess CO₂ absorption

• Oil spills

• Agricultural runoff

• Melting ice caps

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Which marine organisms are most affected by ocean acidification?

• Fish

• Coral and shell-forming organisms

• Marine mammals

• Algae

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How does ocean acidification impact coral reefs?

• It increases coral growth

• It dissolves calcium carbonate structures

• It strengthens coral resistance to predators

• It has no effect on coral reefs

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What is the pH trend in oceans due to acidification?

• Increasing

• Decreasing

• Remaining constant

• Fluctuating widely

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What is one potential solution to mitigate ocean acidification?

• Increase carbon emissions

• Reduce fossil fuel use

• Release more fertilizers into oceans

• Use more plastic products

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