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When oil and gas are burnt, how do they damage many forests and lakes?

Correct answer A. Acid rain

Explanation

Burning fossil fuels releases sulphur dioxide and nitrogen oxides, which form sulphuric and nitric acids in clouds and fall as acid rain that harms trees and acidifies lakes.

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