3. The pH of rainwater becomes 2. These gases dissolve in 1.

The burning of _______________

____________________ than 7.
_______________ in the atmosphere
and are converted to
________________ acid,
____________________ acid ,
__________________________ acid
and _______________ acid.
____________________ in power
stations, factories and cars
releases
_________________________ ,
__________________________ ,
___________________________ .

ACID RAIN

4. Effects of acid rain.

A. Damages the leaves and plants, thereby reducing the process of _____________________ .

B. Soil becomes (acidic/alkaline) and less suitable for plants.

C. Causes ___________ of heavy metal ions from soil into rivers and lakes.

D. Phytoplankton and aquatic organisms die.

E. Reduces the population of animals and plants.

F. Causes the destruction of the green pigment ____________________ found in plant cells.

G. ________________________ buildings made from limestone and sandstone.