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Acid rains occur due to

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Presence of CO2 in the atmosphere
  2. Presence of CO and CO2 in the atmosphere
  3. Presence of Ozone in the atmosphere
  4. Presence of SO2 and SO3 in the atmosphere

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Presence of SO2 and SO3 in the atmosphere

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: D. Presence of SO2 and SO3 in the atmosphere šŸ“š Explanation: Acid rain is primarily caused by the presence of sulfur dioxide (SO2) and sulfur trioxide (SO3) in the atmosphere. These gases react with rainwater to form sulfuric acid. These pollutants are mostly released by industrial factories and the burning of fossil fuels. Acid rain can damage trees, aquatic life, and even dissolve the stone surfaces of historical monuments.