EMS- Water and its management, page no 115

• How does acid rain form and what are the causes of acid rain:

Acid rain is caused by a chemical reaction that begins when compounds like sulphur dioxide and nitrogen oxides are released into the air. These substances can rise very high into the atmosphere, where they mix and react with water, oxygen, and other chemicals to form more acidic pollutants, known as acid rain.

• The effects of acid rain for marine animals and infostructure:

Some fish die or have problems growing. Furthermore, some aquatic animal and plant life decrease because the water is more acidic. In turn, this affects the balance of the water ecosystem. Acid rain not only damages the environment but also modern buildings. Acid rain can cause significant damage to infrastructure and buildings, leading to corrosion and structural weakening.

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