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Sulphur dioxide (SO2)
Sulphur dioxide is produced from the burning of fossil fuels and the smelting of mineral ores that contain sulphur. When sulphur dioxide combines with water, it forms sulphuric acid and acid rain. Acid rain can cause deforestation, acidify waterways and corrode building materials.
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Validity of the definition
- Valid
Source organisation
- Tilastokeskus
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