Unit 10 · Materials Used in Daily Life

Acid Rain

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Words of This Topic

WordMeaning
Acid rainRain that brings down acids formed in the air
pH valueThe number that tells how acidic or alkaline a liquid is
OxideA compound made when an element joins with oxygen
Carbonic acidThe weak acid made when carbon dioxide joins with water
Sulphuric acidThe strong acid formed from oxides of sulphur
Nitric acidThe strong acid formed from oxides of nitrogen
Fossil fuelFuel taken from under the ground, such as coal, petrol and diesel
Renewable energyEnergy that does not run out, such as hydroelectricity and solar energy
IndicatorA substance that changes colour to show whether something is acidic or alkaline
RechargeThe way water that has been used is filled up again by rain
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