Question

Acid rain __________. A. results in a decrease in air quality B. damages the surfaces of buildings, statues, rocks, and leaves C. increases the rate at which the atmosphere absorbs heat D. causes plants to absorb water more easily

Answer 1

B. damages the surfaces of buildings, statues, rocks, and leaves.

Acid rain is rain combined with sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxides, meaning it’s pH level will be around 4.0, a slightly acidic value. Knowing this, we can conclude that consistent exposure to this substance will causes calcite to dissolve in marble and limestone composed statues. This will severely damage the exterior of most statues. For instance, smoother surfaces will be weathered and abraded, and particular designs will wear away.