Which of the following oxide causes acid rain?

CHEMISTRY
WAEC 2021

Which of the following oxide causes acid rain?

  • A. CO
  • B. NO
  • C. H2O2
  • D. NO2

Correct Answer: D. NO2

Explanation

Acid rain results when sulfur dioxide (SO2) and nitrogen oxides (NOX) are emitted into the atmosphere and transported by wind and air currents. The SO2 and NOX react with water, oxygen and other chemicals to form sulfuric and nitric acids



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