Question

Which impact on the physical environment does acid rain cause?
Responses

depletion of groundwater
depletion of groundwater

conversion of land to agriculture
conversion of land to agriculture

increased tree death
increased tree death

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Answer 1

Acid rain primarily causes **increased tree death** as it can damage leaves and hinder trees' ability to absorb nutrients and water from the soil. Additionally, it can harm soil quality and aquatic ecosystems, but the most direct impact among the options provided is increased tree death.