Which of the following gases do not contribute to acid rain?

Carbon dioxide

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Nitrogen dioxide

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Oxygen

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Sulphur dioxide

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Solution

The correct option is C Oxygen
The following gases combine with water to form acids which contribute to the formation of acid rain:

Carbon dioxide + Water → Carbonic acid

Nitrogen dioxide + Water → Nitric acid

Sulphur dioxide + Water → Sulphuric acid

Oxygen does not combine with water to form any acid.

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