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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Geography

Chapter

India-People and Economy: Geographical Perspective on selected issues and Problems

Question:

Which one of the following is the cause of acid rain?

Options:

Water pollution

Air Pollution

Land pollution

All of these

Correct Answer:

Air Pollution

Explanation:

The correct answer is option 2: Air Pollution

Acid rain is mainly caused by air pollutants such as sulphur dioxide and nitrogen oxides released from industries, vehicles, and burning of fossil fuels. These gases mix with water vapour in the atmosphere and form acids, which fall on the Earth as acid rain.

NCERT: "Air pollution can also cause acid rains."

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