All Flashcards
Effect of acid rain on plants?
Leaf damage, reduced photosynthesis, stunted growth.
Effect of acid rain on soils?
Lowered pH, dissolved nutrients, release of toxic metals.
Effect of acid rain on aquatic ecosystems?
Acidification of water bodies, harm to aquatic life.
Effect of acid rain on infrastructure?
Erosion of statues and gravestones.
Reducing SO2 and NOx emissions?
Use cleaner fuels/tech, implement emission limits.
Increasing fossil fuel efficiency?
Reduces the amount of fossil fuels burned.
Promoting renewable energy?
Use solar, wind, etc. which don't produce SO2/NOx.
Planting trees and vegetation?
Trees absorb CO2 and neutralize acid rain effects.
Using pollution control technologies?
Use scrubbers to remove SO2 from power plant emissions.
What is the effect of acid rain on soil nutrients?
Dissolves essential nutrients and releases toxic metals.
What is the effect of acid rain on fish?
Hindered egg release and damage to gills.
What causes damage to leaves from acid rain?
Direct contact with acidic precipitation.
What causes the erosion of statues from acid rain?
Acid dissolves and erodes stone materials.
What is the cause of increased aluminum in soil?
Acid rain dissolving aluminum compounds in soil.
What is the effect of burning fossil fuels?
Releases SO2 and NOx, leading to acid rain.
What is the effect of acid rain on the pH of lakes?
Decreases the pH, making them more acidic.