Burning Fossil Fuels Releases Oxides of Sulfur and Nitrogen

question 53

Multiple Choice

Burning fossil fuels releases oxides of sulfur and nitrogen. These air pollutants can be responsible for

• A) the increase of fish populations in lakes.
• B) precipitation with a pH as low as 3.0.
• C) biological magnification of toxins.
• D) preventing eutrophication.

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Definitions:

Nonverbal Gestures

Communication methods that do not involve words, including body language, facial expressions, and hand movements.

Hearing Impairment

A reduction in the ability to perceive sound, ranging from partial to total inability.

Cognitive Dysfunction

Impairment in cognitive function, manifesting as trouble with memory, learning, perception, and problem-solving.

Intellectual Functioning

Describes the level of mental capacity related to intelligence, reasoning, problem solving, and learning.