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What is acid rain? Also give two ill effects of acid rain.

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Definition of Acid Rain**: Acid rain is a type of precipitation that has a lower pH than normal rainwater, which is typically around 6. It occurs when certain pollutants in the atmosphere, primarily nitrogen dioxide (NO2) and sulfur dioxide (SO2), react with water vapor. - **Chemical Reactions**: - Nitrogen dioxide reacts with water vapor to form nitric acid (HNO3). - Sulfur dioxide reacts with water vapor to form sulfuric acid (H2SO4). ...
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  7. Which of these will be a likely result of global warming?

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  9. Which gas contributes to acid rain?

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  10. Which of these will be affected most due to an oil spill in an ocean?

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  11. In which form is natural gas supplied to homes for domestic purposes?

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  12. Which of these statements about natural gas is true?

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  13. Which Indian state has a natural gas reservior?

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  14. What is the chemical formula of methane?

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  17. What does LPG stands for?

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  18. Which of these fuels is not a fossil fuel?

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  19. Which is the correct energy conversion during the burning of a fuel?

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  20. Which of these is renewable resource?

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  21. Which of these is a non renewable resource?

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