Gaseous sulfur dioxide is a compound that combines with water in the atmosphere to form acid rain. What is the primary source of sulfur dioxide today?

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volcanic emissions
volcanic emissions

destruction of tropical forests
destruction of tropical forests

combustion of fossil fuels
combustion of fossil fuels

mining and mineral extraction
mining and mineral extraction

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The primary source of sulfur dioxide today is the combustion of fossil fuels. This process releases sulfur dioxide into the atmosphere, contributing significantly to air pollution and the formation of acid rain.