Which gas is mainly responsible for the formation of acid rain?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. Sulphur dioxide
- Step 1: Sulphur dioxide dissolves in rainwater to form sulphurous and sulphuric acid. Answer: Sulphur dioxide. Why not the others: Argon: Argon is a noble gas and does not form acids. Nitrogen: Nitrogen gas is unreactive at normal temperatures. Hydrogen: Hydrogen is not an acidic oxide-forming pollutant.
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