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What are the effects of acid rain on aquatic ecosystems?
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Common atmospheric pollutants and their sources
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What are the effects of acid rain on aquatic ecosystems?
Answer
Acid rain can lower the pH of water bodies, making them more acidic, which can harm aquatic life such as fish and amphibians. It can lead to the death of sensitive species and disrupt the overall balance of the ecosystem.
Explanation
A strong answer should directly address the approved learning objective to describe how acid rain can damage plants, aquatic ecosystems and buildings. This question belongs to Properties and effects of atmospheric pollutants within Common atmospheric pollutants and their sources, so the response should use that exact curriculum context rather than a generic statement. The answer is correct when it names the key idea, explains the link to acid rain, and keeps the wording specific to AQA GCSE revision.
Common mistake
Misunderstanding Acid Rain Effects
Students often think that acid rain only affects buildings and does not impact plants or aquatic ecosystems.
Emphasize that acid rain can damage not only buildings but also harm plants by leaching nutrients from the soil and disrupt aquatic ecosystems by altering pH levels.
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