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What is the primary cause of acid rain in the atmosphere?
- A.High concentration of
- B.Presence of in the troposphere
- C.Emission of and
- D.Accumulation of
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Correct answer: C — Emission of and
Solution
- Sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxides are released from industrial processes.
- These gases react with atmospheric water and oxygen.
- The reactions produce and .
- Hence the answer is (C).
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