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We can stop and reverse acid rain and global warming if we act urgently. Governments have to

  • legislate to reduce carbon dioxide, methane and other greenhouse gas emissions
  • encourage research and development of renewable sources of energy (hydro, solar, wind, tidal, geothermal, biofuel) to replace our reliance on fossil fuels
  • legislate to prevent destruction of forests and to encourage widespread planting
  • encourage sustainable choices by households for energy conservation through smart meters, variable time energy prices etc.
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Why is the water cycle currently out of balance?

Because of a lot of water consumption, acid rain, global warming natural disasters etc.


What is the difference between acid rain and global warming?

Acid rain is a physical thing, actual rain that has dissolved chemicals from the atmosphere (carbon dioxide, sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxides). This turns the rain acidic and causes damage on the earth below. Global warming is the rise in temperature all round the world caused by excessive amounts of greenhouse gas in the atmosphere.


What are the risks of using oil as fuel think about global warming and acid rain?

Using oil as fuel can contribute to global warming by releasing greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide when burned. Additionally, the combustion of oil can produce sulfur dioxide emissions, which can lead to acid rain formation when combined with moisture in the atmosphere. These risks highlight the environmental impact of relying on oil as a fuel source.


Do rain forests affect global warming?

Yes, rain forests play a crucial role in mitigating global warming. They act as carbon sinks, absorbing CO2 from the atmosphere through photosynthesis. Deforestation and degradation of rain forests contribute to global warming by releasing stored carbon and reducing the forest's ability to absorb CO2.


Why carbon compound are responsible for acid rain and global warming?

Carbon compounds, particularly carbon dioxide (CO2) and methane (CH4), contribute to global warming by trapping heat in the Earth's atmosphere, a process known as the greenhouse effect. Acid rain is primarily caused by sulfur dioxide (SO2) and nitrogen oxides (NOx), which can also be derived from the combustion of fossil fuels, releasing these pollutants into the atmosphere. When these gases react with water vapor, they form sulfuric and nitric acids, leading to acid rain. Both phenomena are interconnected through human activities, such as fossil fuel combustion, which increases atmospheric concentrations of these harmful compounds.

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What effect do you think reducing the amounts of fossil fuels that are burned would have on acid rain and global warming?

reducing the amounts of fossil fuels is a good thing and it will help slow down the progress of global warming. Acid rain will not happen as much as it does now. But if we stop using fossil fuels and stop releasing greenhouse gases into the air. We could stop acid rain and global warming altogether. In conclusion, the more you reduce, the less acid rain and global warming.


How do rain barrels reduce global warming?

They do not have any affect on global warming.


What are global effects of air pollution?

Global warming,Ozone depletion,and Acid rain


What is an issue that is putting desert in danger?

Global Warming and Acid rain.


What does acid rain have to do with greenhouse gases?

no! global warming ias totaly different. for starters acid rain is a form of acid deposition while global warming is a form of polution destroying the arctic. they are both polution like but completely different types!


What is oil produce from?

Acid rain, global warming and oil spills when the tankers tip.


What is another effect of air pollution other than acid rain?

global warming


What are the global problems of clearing forests and increased gas emissions from factories and motor vehicles?

The main global problems of clearing forests and increased gas emissions are global warming and acid rain. The clearing of forests means additional carbon dioxide in the atmosphere, causing global warming. Increased gas emissions also contribute to global warming and acid rain.


How can you prevent Acid Rain and Global Warming?

Stop burning fossil fuels in industry and transport.


What are the three harmful effects of the changes in the environment?

Global warming, Acid Rain, Depletion of the Ozone Layer


How do you use the word 'acid rain' in a sentence?

Now that global warming is in vogue in the media, acid rain is no longer mentioned as a possible crisis for our planet


Decreasing the amount of what substance in the atmosphere would have a positive effect on both global warming and acid deposition?

Carbon dioxide. Carbon dioxide is a powerful greenhouse gas contributing to global warming. It also dissolves in water to form carbonic acid, one form of acid rain. So reducing the amount of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere would have a positive effect on global warming and acid deposition.