Nitrogen and sulphur oxides released by vehicles and industry dissolve in atmospheric water vapour to form nitric and sulphuric acids. In what form does this water reach and contaminate the soil?
Correct answer A. Acid rain
Explanation
Acid rain forms when NOx and SO2 react with water to form nitric and sulphuric acids; on reaching the ground it lowers soil pH and leaches nutrients.
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