Acid rain is primarily caused by sulfur dioxide (SO₂) and nitrogen oxides (NOx) released into the atmosphere, mainly from burning fossil fuels. These gases react with water molecules, oxygen, and other chemicals to form sulfuric acid (H₂SO₄) and nitric acid (HNO₃).
Which acid is present in Acid Rain ?
Asked in CGPSC Prelims Exam 2017 · Topic: Pollution (Air Pollution: Types, sources, primary & secondary pollutants, smog, acid rain, effects, control technologies & policies.)
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