Understanding Acid Rain

What is a common misconception about acid rain?

• It contains actual acid that burns everything.

• It is beneficial for plant growth.

• It is a natural phenomenon with no human influence.

• It only occurs in industrial areas.

Which gases are primarily responsible for the formation of acid rain?

• Hydrogen and helium

• Carbon dioxide and methane

• Sulfur dioxide and nitrogen dioxide

• Oxygen and nitrogen

What percentage of acid rain is attributed to human activities like factories and cars?

• 50%

• 90%

• 10%

• 100%

How does acid rain affect buildings and statues?

• It makes them change color.

• It causes them to break down faster.

• It has no effect on them.

• It makes them more durable.

What is the pH level of unpolluted rain?

• 2.3

• 4

• 5 or 6

• 7

What are the two types of acid rain?

• Urban and rural

• Natural and artificial

• Liquid and solid

• Wet deposition and dry deposition

What is a key strategy to reduce acid rain?

• Using clean energy sources

• Ignoring environmental regulations

• Increasing fossil fuel usage

• Building more factories

What is the impact of acid rain on aquatic ecosystems?

• It increases water clarity.

• It enhances fish growth.

• It has no impact.

• It harms aquatic life.

What is the pH level of acid rain?

• 7

• 4

• 14

• 0

What is the main cause of acid rain?

• Volcanic eruptions

• Natural weather patterns

• Burning of fossil fuels

• Deforestation