acid rain
US /ˈæs.ɪd ˌreɪn/
UK /ˈæs.ɪd ˌreɪn/
名詞
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酸性雨
rain that is unusually acidic, meaning that it possesses elevated levels of hydrogen ions (low pH). It is caused by emissions of sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxide which react with water molecules in the atmosphere to produce acids.
例:
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The factory's emissions are contributing to acid rain in the region.
工場の排出物がこの地域の酸性雨の一因となっている。
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Acid rain can damage forests and aquatic ecosystems.
酸性雨は森林や水生生態系に損害を与える可能性がある。
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