Tree roots are stunted when this condition mobilizes aluminum ions while at the same time leaching nutrients like calcium and magnesium from the soil.
In several locations in recent years, this phenomenon has enhanced the ability of bacteria to methylate mercury. Tree roots are stunted when this condition mobilizes aluminum ions while at the same time leaching nutrients like calcium and magnesium from the soil. This type of pollution has eliminated all fish from some Norwegian rivers, and it is responsible for dissolving marble and limestone monuments on the National Mall. This is caused by nitrogen and sulfur oxides released from fossil fuels, and this is regulated in the U.S. by emissions trading. Identify this type of pollution named for its low pH.
In several locations in recent years, this phenomenon has enhanced the ability of bacteria to methylate mercury.
acid rain [accept acid deposition; do not prompt on "rain"]