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it takes thousands of years for acid rain to corrode limestone.

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What happens when acid rain hits you?

nothing acid rain does not mean corrode your skin. acid rain is formed by sulphur dioxide reacting with water in the atmosphere to form sulphuric acid however this acid does not have a really low PH like other acids it has a PH of 4 or 5 and therefore will only corrode rocks such as limestone over a long period of time


Can building corrode?

They corrode due to acid rain. Smoke from the factories dissolve in rain to form acid rain.


Is limestone a rock that rusts?

only iron can rust. others 'corrode'. I don't think limestone rusts but it does react with acid rain. -------------------------------------- No limestone (calcium carbonate) can not rust. Hwever it can be stained by rust.


How is limestone affected by acid rain?

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Why is limestone a bad material to use with acid rain?

the limestone is very soft and will be dissolved in the acid rain


What is acid that weathers limestone?

acid rain


Is limestone included in acid rain?

Limestone is an alkaline compound and not included in acid rains.


What gas is produced when acid rain falls on a limestone statue?

When acid rain falls on a limestone statue, carbon dioxide gas is produced as a result of the reaction between the acid rain (which contains sulfuric acid or nitric acid) and the calcium carbonate in the limestone.


Why arnt limestone lakes affected by acid rain?

The 'acid' (sulphur dioxide or nitrogen oxides) dissolved in the rain water are acidic. Limestone is alkali. Therefore, the acid in the rain is neutralised by the limstone.


Does acid rain corrode metal?

Yes, acid rain can corrode metal surfaces. The acidic components in acid rain, such as sulfuric acid and nitric acid, react with the metal to form oxide compounds, leading to corrosion over time. Metal structures exposed to acid rain may require maintenance and protective coatings to prevent degradation.


What destruction are made by acid rain?

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


How does limestone react with acid rain?

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