Question

Scientists discover a new, efficient way to extract oil. Which statement describes one way this discovery will most likely affect society?

Global warming will decrease.
People will pay more at the gas pump.
Crops will be damaged from acid rain.
More people will purchase electric cars.

Answer 1

Crops will be damaged from acid rain

Explanation: acid rain takes place because of sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxide usually human activities like extracting oil and using fertilizer causes excess sulfur dioxide production which alters the sulfur cycle then it accumulates in the atmosphere and causes acid rain

Answer 2

Crops will be damaged from acid rain