Some Parts of Earth Appear Unaffected When Acid Rain Falls

question 27

Multiple Choice

Some parts of Earth appear unaffected when acid rain falls. This is because they __________ .

• A) are outside of the United States
• B) channel the runoff into large rivers
• C) are covered with types of marble
• D) have few cities and acid rain tends not to affect natural settings
• E) have alkaline soils

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Definitions:

Dams

Structures built across rivers or streams to control the flow of water for the purposes of water storage, flood prevention, irrigation, and hydroelectric power generation.

Wetlands

Ecosystems characterized by the presence of standing water, which support a diverse range of plant and animal life and provide critical ecological services.

Southern Ontario

A region of the Canadian province of Ontario, located in the southernmost part of the country, known for its dense population and significant industrial activity.

Wetlands

Areas where water covers the soil, either year-round or for varying periods of time throughout the year, including marshes, swamps, and bogs, important for biodiversity and flood control.