Air pollution can accelerate chemical weathering by introducing acids into the environment. These acids, such as sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxides, can combine with water vapor in the atmosphere to form acid rain. When acid rain falls on rocks and minerals, it can dissolve them more quickly than normal rainwater, leading to increased rates of chemical weathering. This can result in the breakdown of the Earth's surface materials at a faster pace, ultimately impacting the landscape and ecosystems in the affected areas. Additionally, air pollution can also deposit particles onto rocks and minerals, altering their chemical composition and accelerating their weathering process.
