Conservation of Resources and Pollution — BIOLOGY STD 8 — Question

Oxides of sulphur and nitrogen when combines with oxygen and water in the air form sulphuric and nitric acids. The mixture of acid and rainwater that falls on the i earth is called acid rain. Acid rain is responsible for the destruction of textures of buildings. Acid rain corrodes metals and damages marble. Taj Mahal, a beautiful monument made up of marble has been affected by acid rain. Acid rain also affects fertility of soil by making soil. acidic. Plants do not survive in acidic soil. Acid rain also causes death of many aquatic animals. It also causes skin diseases.