Asked in UHS MDCAT 2012 2012

The acid rain water has pH:

Correct answer: A. Below 5

  • A. Below 5
  • B. 7
  • C. Between 5 and 7
  • D. Between 7 and 14

Explanation

It results from high levels of atmospheric nitric and sulfuric acids that get washed down to earth. Oxidation of sulfur and nitrogen in coal or other fossil fuels leads to the generation of acidic pollutants in the atmosphere.

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