Question

How does acid rain form?

Answer 1

Acid Rain

• Acid rain is an environmental hazard that is a consequence of air pollution. The rain has higher pH than normal which causes various environmental-related issues.

Formation of acid rain:

• Acid rain is a major consequence of air pollution.
• The air pollutants such as sulphur dioxide and oxides of nitrogen which are major emissions of factories get mixed with the air and form clouds that are rich in these acidic oxides and precipitate as the acids of these compounds.

Consequence of Acid Rain

• Acid rain is an environmental hazard as it decreases the soil pH and makes the soil more acidic.
• The acid rain corrodes the mineral off of heritage monuments.
• The yellowing of Taj Mahal is one major consequence of Acid Rain.