Q. Acid rain is mainly caused due to increase in the levels of the gas(es)
A) $SO_{2}\$only
B) $CO_{2}\$only
C) $SO_{2},\ CO_{2}$
D) $NO_{2}$ and $SO_{2}$
Explanation
Acid rain problem can be attributed mainly to atmospheric pollutants such as oxides of sulphur and nitrogen. The oxides of sulphur are released from the smoke stacks of coal fired power plants, smelters and other industries. The oxides of nitrogen came from combustion of fuels in automobiles as well as in power plants.
Reviewed by Dr. Abubacker
Physics Educator & NEET/JEE Specialist
Ph.D. in Physics with 19+ years of teaching experience.