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Definition:
Falling rain (or snow) which has become acidic
(pH less than 5.6) as a result of its
combination with gaseous pollutants, such as sulphur dioxide (SO2)
and nitrogen oxides (NOx).
Acid rain may cause acidification of surface waters, soils and ecosystems.
Source & ©: GreenFacts
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Source & ©: Urban Options Acid Rain 
Related words: Nitrogen oxides (NOx) - pH
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