acid deposition
(ac-id-de-po-si-tion)
5 syllables
Definition
noun. The process by which acid-forming pollutants are deposited on the earth's surface, often as acid rain, causing environmental harm.
Example Sentence
Acid deposition can lead to the deterioration of buildings and monuments.
More Example Sentences
The effects of acid deposition are particularly noticeable in aquatic environments.
Synonyms
acid rain; acid precipitation; acid fallout
Antonyms
alkaline deposition; neutral precipitation; base deposition
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