Acid Rain

How is acid rain formed? When fossil fuels such as coal, oil and natural gas are burned, it releases carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxides and sulfur dioxide. These acids dissolve in the water in the clouds and make the rainwater more acidic than normal. The acidic water vapour condenses and falls to Earth as acid rain.

How is it affecting coral reefs? It kills aquatic organisms and damages the coral reefs. It also makes the water acidic.

 How can we prevent it? A great way to prevent acid rain is to produce energy without using fossil fuels. We can do this by using renewable sources such as solar and wind power.

- walk or bike if the destination is closed by

- turn of appliances when you're not using them