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7.2.4 Overall Impact on Acid Rain
NO2 acts as a catalyst in the oxidation of SO2 to sulphuric acid, thereby increasing the concentration of another strong acid in the atmosphere. Key point: NO2 acts as a catalyst in the oxidation of SO2 to sulphuric acid, increasing the concentration of acid in the atmosp
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7.2.4 Overall Impact on Acid Rain
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NO2 acts as a catalyst in the oxidation of SO2 to sulphuric acid, thereby increasing the concentration of another strong acid in the atmosphere. Key point: NO2 acts as a catalyst in the oxidation of SO2 to sulphuric acid, increasing the concentration of acid in the atmosp
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7.2.4 Overall Impact on Acid Rain is a core idea in this chapter. Learn the meaning first, then the main parts, then one clear example.
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NO2 acts as a catalyst in the oxidation of SO2 to sulphuric acid, thereby increasing the concentration of another strong acid in the atmosphere. Key point: NO2 acts as a catalyst in the oxidation of SO2 to sulphuric acid, increasing the concentration of acid in the atmosp
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Quick revision
- NO2 acts as a catalyst in the oxidation of SO2 to sulphuric acid, thereby increasing the concentration of
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- NO2 acts as a catalyst in the oxidation of SO2 to sulphuric acid, thereby increasing the concentration of
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Definition → key parts → example → exam caution
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Common Mistakes
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Do not write about 7.2.4 Overall Impact on Acid Rain without a clear definition.
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NO2 acts as a catalyst in the oxidation of SO2 to sulphuric acid, thereby increasing the concentration of
NO2 acts as a catalyst in the oxidation of SO2 to sulphuric acid, thereby increasing the concentration of another strong acid in the atmosphere. *
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- NO2 acts as a catalyst in the oxidation of SO2 to sulphuric acid, thereby increasing the concentration of another strong acid in the atmosphere. *
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Define
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