Check sibling questions
  • Rain containing excess acid is called acid rain.
  • The rain becomes acidic because of carbon dioxide, sulphur dioxide and nitrogen dioxide in the atmosphere (which are released into the air as pollutants).
  • These pollutants dissolve in rain drops to form carbonic acid, sulphuric acid and nitric acid respectively.
  • Acid rain can cause damage to buildings, historical monuments, plants, crops and animals.

Learn in your speed, with individual attention - Teachoo Maths 1-on-1 Class

Ask a doubt
Maninder Singh's photo - Co-founder, Teachoo

Made by

Maninder Singh

CA Maninder Singh is a Chartered Accountant for the past 13 years and a teacher from the past 17 years. He teaches Science, Economics, Accounting and English at Teachoo