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General Knowledge · Q240

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Competitive Exams · General Knowledge · question 240

Q240

Which gas emitted by power stations causes acid rain?

A.
Carbon dioxide
B.
Sulphur dioxide
Answer
C.
Helium
D.
Nitrogen

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
Power plants release the majority of sulphur dioxide and much of the nitrogen oxides when they burn fossil fuels, such as coal, to produce electricity. In addition, the exhaust from cars, trucks, and buses releases nitrogen oxides and sulfur dioxide into the air. These pollutants cause acid rain.