Acid rain is formed when sulfur dioxide (SO2) and nitrogen oxides (NOx) are emitted into the atmosphere, primarily from burning fossil fuels. These pollutants react with water vapor, oxygen, and other chemicals in the atmosphere to produce sulfuric and nitric acids, which then fall to the ground as precipitation. The impacts of acid rain on humans include damage to buildings and infrastructure, as it accelerates corrosion and deterioration, and adverse health effects due to increased air pollution. Additionally, acid rain can harm ecosystems, affecting drinking water sources and food supply by altering soil chemistry and harming aquatic life.
In three to five sentences, explain how acid rain is formed and how it impacts humans.
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