2007-03-09 20:16:59 · 5 answers · asked by cherylcxy 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Earth Sciences & Geology
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Acid rain causes acidification of lakes and streams and contributes to the damage of trees at high elevations (for example, red spruce trees above 2,000 feet) and many sensitive forest soils. In addition, acid rain accelerates the decay of building materials and paints, including irreplaceable buildings, statues, and sculptures that are part of our nation's cultural heritage. Prior to falling to the earth, sulfur dioxide (SO2) and nitrogen oxide (NOx) gases and their particulate matter derivatives—sulfates and nitrates—contribute to visibility degradation and harm public health.
2007-03-09 20:24:28 · answer #1 · answered by mallimalar_2000 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
erosion is one major result from acid rain, especially on limestone surfaces and landscapes. Some, but not all, plants are sensitive to some of the more serious acid rains.
Something that many people do not know is that every rainfall in the history of earth has been at least slightly acidic due to the dissolved CO2 that the droplets pick up while falling to the ground. This becomes much worse after volcanic eruptions and near modern industrial centers.
2007-03-10 05:37:55 · answer #2 · answered by slovakmath 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Acid rain causes acidification of lakes and streams and contributes to the damage of trees at high elevations and many sensitive forest soils. In addition, acid rain accelerates the decay of building materials and paints, including irreplaceable buildings, statues, and sculptures that are part of our nation's cultural heritage. Prior to falling to the earth, sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxide gases and their particulate matter derivatives—sulfates and nitrates—contribute to visibility degradation and harm public health
2007-03-10 05:11:18 · answer #3 · answered by dianemelloniemarlenejerryginder 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Acid rain destroys building,statues,bridges,aquatic life...plants etc...
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when it falls on bridges, acid reacts with metals and corrosion occur...when it falls on buildings and statues, made up of Carbonate, it reacts to reduce the carbonate...into carbon dioxide...plants are destroyed due to acidic soil caused by acid rain...
2007-03-10 04:26:22 · answer #4 · answered by lUnJ@ 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
oxidised metal. your car will be damaged much sooner than it should.
2007-03-10 04:23:46 · answer #5 · answered by the elf 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋