acid rain
US /ˈæs.ɪd ˌreɪn/
UK /ˈæs.ɪd ˌreɪn/
名词
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酸雨
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.
示例:
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The factory's emissions are contributing to acid rain in the region.
工厂的排放物正在导致该地区的酸雨。
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Acid rain can damage forests and aquatic ecosystems.
酸雨会损害森林和水生生态系统。
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