1.4.6 Acid rain Flashcards
1
Q
What is acid rain?
A
Rain that is more acidic than normal
2
Q
What is the cause of acid rain?
A
Human activity is the main cause. Can also be caused by natural events such as volcanoes releasing gas into the atmosphere
3
Q
What is the name of the process which removes SO2 from waste gas?
A
Flue gas desulphurisation
4
Q
Where is FGD useful?
A
In coal-fired power stations
