Why do North America and Europe have the highest acid rain levels?
North America and Europe are highly industrialized, which means they have more factories, cars, and other polluting machines than other parts of the world.
What changes in Asia are raising acid rain potential there?
China, India, and other countries in Asia are developing at a rapid rate. These countries are building more and more factories and power plants, and the number of cars is rising quickly as well.One likely result of rapid industrialization is an equally rapid increase in air pollution and, therefore, in acid rain.
Why must acid rain be tackled as a global problem?
Wind and water can carry toxic waste great distances. For this reason, a country that creates pollution may not have to live with all of its effects.