Which one of the following is the main reason of acid rains ?
[amp_mcq option1=”Dissolution of sulphur and nitrogen oxides in rain” option2=”Dissolution of minerals in rain” option3=”Dissolution of dust particles in rain” option4=”Dissolution of soil solution in rain” correct=”option1″]
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UPSC CDS-1 – 2022
Acid rain is caused by atmospheric pollution, primarily from industrial processes, vehicles, and burning of fossil fuels. These activities release sulfur dioxide (SO₂) and nitrogen oxides (NOₓ) into the atmosphere. These gases react with water, oxygen, and other chemicals to form sulfuric acid (H₂SO₄) and nitric acid (HNO₃), which then fall to the ground in precipitation (rain, snow, fog, etc.).