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Essay Archive - Acid Rain
Acid Rain
Within this past century, acidity of the air and acid rain have become
recognized as one of the leading threats to our planet’s environment. No longer
limited by geographic boundaries, acid causing emissions are causing problems
all over the world. Some laws have been passed which limit the amount of
pollutants that are released into the air, but tougher legislation must be
implemented before this problem can be overcome.
Acid rain is produced, when automobiles, smelters, power plants, and
other industrial factories burn fossil fuels such as gasoline, coal, and fuel
oils. When combust....
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