acid rain

acid rain

noun

Acid rain is a type of precipitation that is unusually acidic, meaning it has elevated levels of hydrogen ions. It can have harmful effects on plants, aquatic animals, and infrastructure.

 

Example

1. The factories have been accused of acid raining the nearby towns.
2. The government has enacted laws to prevent acid raining from occurring.
3. The effects of acid raining can be seen in the local vegetation.