Acid deposition can affect forests by
A) Leaching out essential plant nutrients
B) Diminishing the supply of Oxygen available to the tree
C) Releasing ions that are toxic to the trees
D) A and B are correct
E) A and C are correct

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Acid deposition can leach out essential plant nutrients such as calcium, magnesium, and potassium from the soil, making them unavailable to trees. Additionally, the release of ions such as aluminum can be toxic to trees. However, acid deposition does not directly diminish the supply of oxygen available to the trees.

Acid Deposition Can Affect Forests by