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Question
Explain the causes of acid rain.
Solution
Chemicals which contribute to the formation of acid rain are produced by lightning and volcanic activities. Acid rain is also formed naturally by forest fires. There are three main compounds that lead to the formation of acid rain.
- Oxides and other sulphur compounds.
- Chlorine and hydrochloric acid.
- Nitrogen compounds.
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