AP Environmental Scienceeasymcq1 pt
SO₂ pollution comes mainly from
A.burning coal
B.solar panels
C.wind turbines
D.hydroelectric dams
Explanation
Core Concept
Coal's sulfur content oxidizes to SO₂ in combustion — the historic source of acid rain and the reason scrubbers exist.
Correct Answer
Aburning coal
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