Question

State the impact of acid rain on the environment.

Answer 1

Acid rain raises soil acidity, damaging forests, crops and plant growth; leaves may burn and dry. It harms aquatic ecosystems by lowering water pH and killing fish and other species. Acid deposition reduces soil fertility, disrupts nutrient cycles and destroys soil organisms (earthworms, microbes). Acid rain corrodes buildings, monuments, bridges and railings, shortening infrastructure lifespan. It also contaminates air and water, posing risks to human health, including respiratory and neurological effects. Overall, acid rain causes ecological imbalance, economic losses in agriculture and heritage damage, so controlling emissions is essential.