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What is the primary cause of acid rain?

What is the primary cause of acid rain?

Options

  1. ACarbon dioxide emissions
  2. BOxides of nitrogen and sulfur emissions
  3. CParticulate matter in the atmosphere
  4. DVolcanic activity

Correct answer

B. Oxides of nitrogen and sulfur emissions

Step-by-step solution

Acid rain is primarily caused by emissions of oxides of nitrogen (NOx) and sulfur (SO2) into the atmosphere, which combine with water to form nitric acid (HNO3) and sulfuric acid (H2SO4), resulting in the acid rain.
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