Give the impact of acid rain:

(i) on plants

(ii) on soil

(iii) on water bodies

Impact of acid rain on:

(i) On plants — Acid rain causes nutrient loss from plants thus damaging their leaves. It also suppresses growth of plants.

(ii) On soil — Acid rain affects soil chemistry. It removes calcium and potassium, both the basic ingredients of soil, thus making it lose its fertility.

(iii) On water bodies — The water of lakes and rivers is gradually becoming acidic due to acid rain, which is affecting aquatic life.