Burning fossil fuels produces sulfur dioxide (SO2) and nitrogen oxide (NO). These compounds react with water vapor to produce acid rain. What is the most likely effect of acid rain on the environment where it falls?

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1. Burning fossil fuels produces sulfur dioxide (SO2) and nitrogen oxide (NO). These compounds react with water vapor to produce acid rain. What is the most likely effect of acid rain on the environment where it falls?