Question

The correct statements(s) among (a) - (b) regarding acid rain is (are):
(a) It can corrode water pipes
(b) It can damage structures made up of stone.
(c) It cannot cause respiratory ailments in animals
(d) It is not harmful for trees

• A. (c) and (d)
• B. (a), (c) and (d)
• C. (c) only
• D. (a), (b) and (d)

Answer 1

The correct option is D (a), (b) and (d)

(1) Acid rain corrodes water pipes resulting in the leaching of heavy of heavy metals such as iron, lead and copper into the drinking water

(2) Acid rain damages buildings and other structures made of stone or metal

(3) It causes respiratory aliments in human beings and animals

(4) It is harmful for agriculture, trees and plants as it wasshes down the nutrients needed for its growth