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Acid rain happens because :...

Acid rain happens because :

A

Sun leads to heating of upper layer of atmosphere.

B

burning of fossil fuels release oxides of carbon, nitrogen and sulphur in the atmosphere.

C

electrical charges are produced due to friction amongst clouds.

D

The Earth atmosphere contains acids.

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The correct Answer is:
B
Acid rain is caused by a chemical reaction that begins when compounds like sulphur dioxide and nitrogen oxides are emitted into the atmosphere and transported by wind and air currents.
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