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What is the primary cause of acid rain?
What is the primary cause of acid rain?
- Emissions from agricultural activities
- Natural emissions from volcanoes
- Release of sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxides from burning fossil fuels (correct)
- Release of carbon dioxide from wildfires
Which of the following is a common effect of acid rain on the environment?
Which of the following is a common effect of acid rain on the environment?
- Increased soil fertility
- Decrease in air pollution
- Damage to aquatic ecosystems and fish population decline (correct)
- Promotion of plant growth
What pH range characterizes acid rain?
What pH range characterizes acid rain?
- pH 6.0 - 6.2
- pH 5.6 - 5.8
- pH 7.0 - 7.2
- pH 4.2 - 4.4 (correct)
Which materials are particularly vulnerable to damage from acid rain?
Which materials are particularly vulnerable to damage from acid rain?
What is the main cause of acid rain?
What is the main cause of acid rain?
Which of the following materials is particularly vulnerable to damage from acid rain?
Which of the following materials is particularly vulnerable to damage from acid rain?
In which pH range does acid rain typically fall?
In which pH range does acid rain typically fall?
What is the main cause of ozone depletion?
What is the main cause of ozone depletion?
Which of the following is a significant consequence of ozone depletion?
Which of the following is a significant consequence of ozone depletion?
What is a common effect of acid rain on the environment?
What is a common effect of acid rain on the environment?
What is the impact of ozone depletion on marine life?
What is the impact of ozone depletion on marine life?
What are the primary sources of substances that contribute to ozone depletion?
What are the primary sources of substances that contribute to ozone depletion?
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Main cause of Acid Rain?
Main cause of Acid Rain?
Release of these gases from burning fossil fuels.
Effect of Acid Rain?
Effect of Acid Rain?
It harms these ecosystems, leading to fewer fish.
pH of Acid Rain
pH of Acid Rain
Rain with a pH lower than normal.
Materials Damaged by Acid Rain
Materials Damaged by Acid Rain
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Source of Acid Rain's Gases
Source of Acid Rain's Gases
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Acid Rain's Effect on Concrete
Acid Rain's Effect on Concrete
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Typical Acid Rain pH Range
Typical Acid Rain pH Range
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Main Cause of Ozone Depletion?
Main Cause of Ozone Depletion?
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Consequence of Ozone Depletion?
Consequence of Ozone Depletion?
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Effect of Acid Rain on Soil?
Effect of Acid Rain on Soil?
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Ozone Depletion's Marine Impact
Ozone Depletion's Marine Impact
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Sources of Ozone-Depleting Substances
Sources of Ozone-Depleting Substances
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Study Notes
Acid Rain
- The primary cause of acid rain is the release of pollutants such as sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxides into the atmosphere, which combine with water and oxygen to form acidic compounds.
Effects of Acid Rain
- A common effect of acid rain on the environment is the damage to trees, lakes, and rivers, and the loss of biodiversity.
pH Range of Acid Rain
- Acid rain typically falls in the pH range of 4.5 to 5.6, which is more acidic than normal rainwater.
Materials Vulnerable to Acid Rain
- Materials particularly vulnerable to damage from acid rain include limestone, marble, and other calcium carbonate-based structures.
Ozone Depletion
- The main cause of ozone depletion is the release of chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) and other halogenated gases into the atmosphere, which break down ozone molecules.
Consequences of Ozone Depletion
- A significant consequence of ozone depletion is an increase in UV radiation, which can cause skin cancer and cataracts in humans, and damage to marine life.
Impact on Marine Life
- Ozone depletion can disrupt marine ecosystems, leading to a decline in phytoplankton populations, which can have a cascading effect on the entire food chain.
Sources of Ozone-Depleting Substances
- The primary sources of substances that contribute to ozone depletion are chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs), hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs), and halons, which are commonly used in refrigerators, air conditioners, and fire extinguishers.
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Test your knowledge about acid rain with these multiple-choice questions covering its causes, effects, pH range, and impact on materials.
