Burning coal produces sulfur dioxide in the atmosphere. When combined with rain that falls into bodies of water, this leads to
A. no change in the pH level of the water.
B. an increase in pH level of the water.
C. a decrease in the pH level of the water.
D. a greater concentration of OH- ions in the water.
Answer: C
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