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The pH of normal rain is approximately 5.6. What is the pH of typical acid rain?
AAbove 7.0
BBetween 6.0 and 6.5
CBelow 5.6
DExactly 7.0
✓ Correct Answer: C — Below 5.6
Rain is considered 'acid rain' when its pH level falls below the natural value of 5.6 due to industrial pollutants.
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