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volcanic rocks like flint are very resistant to even strong acids while carbonate stones like limestone are the weakest

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How does acid rain effect stone?

Acid rain can dissolve stones.


How does acid rain damage stone and mental?

acid rain has the unsettling ability to erase and obliterate stone and metal.


How can you tell rain is acid rain?

acid rain is made acidic by pollution in the air. acid rain erodes stone buildings , statues and kills plants and fish .


How does acid rain damage rock or stone?

Acid rain can damage rock or stone by dissolving the minerals that hold the rock or stone together, leading to erosion and weakening of the material. Over time, the surface of the rock or stone can become pitted and rough due to the chemical reactions with the acid in the rain.


What destruction are made by acid rain?

Acid rain can erode stone, corrode metal and destroy the structure of clayey soils.


What rock are eroded by acid rain?

Definitely Sand stone!


Why acid rain can dissolve stone?

Yes, particularly limestone.


Where does acid rain affect most?

Acid rain does most damage to inner city area to stone buildings and other structures.


How acid rain affects stonework?

Acid rain can accelerate the deterioration of stonework by reacting with the minerals in the stone, causing it to weaken and disintegrate. This process can erode the surface of the stone, leading to discoloration, pitting, and an overall loss of structural integrity over time. To protect stonework from acid rain, sealing the surface with appropriate products or using materials resistant to acid corrosion can help mitigate the effects.


What would acid rain do to an ancient stone sculpture?

It breaks down the composition of the stone and puts holes in it. Many ancient structures are falling apart because of acid rain. One of the biggest is the Pantheon in Athens. Athens is one of the most polluted cities and the smog and acid rain are speeding up the destruction of the stone.


How can you provent acid rain?

lime stone helps ACIDY lakes.


How do you prevent acid rain erosion on statues?

Statues can be protected from acid rain by: * Locating them in protected areas (under a roof etc.) * A protective caating tha soaks into the stone * Frequent cleaning and neutralization * Choice of material of construction * Cleaning to prevent buildup of materials that will hold the rain against the statue