How do humans generate the air pollutant sulfur dioxide?
The method by which the air pollutant sulfur dioxide is generated by the humans.
Answer to Problem 9RQ
The air pollutant sulfur dioxide is generated on combustion of sulfur containing fuels and oils.
Explanation of Solution
The sulfur dioxide is an air pollutant. It forms sulfuric acid on reacting with oxygen and then water. The rainwater becomes very acidic because of it. Such rain can cause corrosion of metals and other harms.
The sulfur dioxide is formed as a product on the combustion of sulfur-containing fuels and oils along with carbon dioxide and water.
Conclusion:
Therefore, the air pollutant sulfur dioxide is generated on combustion of sulfur containing fuels and oils.
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