Question

Which of the following gases are responsible for acid rain?
(a) CO
(b) CO2
(c) SO2
(d) NH3

Answer 1

Answer:

C) SO2

Explanation:

Sulphur dioxide and nitrogen oxides lead to acid rain

Answer 2

$\mathrm{SO}_{2}$ gas is responsible for acid rain.

Answer:  Option (c)

Explanation:  

Sulphur dioxide is a pollutant released by the industrial release. This sulphur dioxide stays in its active form in the air. This sulphur dioxide freely mixes with the water during the rain. This results in the formation of sulphuric acid when it mixes with the water.  

This results in the ‘formation of acid rain’. This rain when they fall on to the ground results in the charring of the building. This also causes the destruction of monument and burning of skin on coming in contact with it.