Handout
US Environmental Protection Agency

Epa: Criteria Air Pollutants

For Students 9th - 10th
Find out about the six major air pollutants. In-depth descriptions of ozone, nitrogen dioxide, particulates, sulfur dioxide, carbon monoxide, and lead are provided.
Article
US Environmental Protection Agency

Epa: Acid Rain: What Is Being Done?

For Students 3rd - 8th
The EPA discusses the actions the government agencies are taking to reduce acid rain.
Handout
US Geological Survey

Usgs: The Effects of Acid Rain

For Students 9th - 10th
Geology and chemistry of acid rain effects. Lots of building and monument pictures showing acid rain damage. Be sure to follow the "next" link at bottom of each page.
Website
Other

State of the Environment Norway: Acid Rain

For Students 9th - 10th
Lots of graphs and maps along with a complete explanation of acid rain and its threat to our environment. A long list of environmental links.
Lesson Plan
Other

North Carolina Deq: The Adventures of Clair & Cam [Pdf]

For Students K - 1st
The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality offers the PDF "The Adventures of Clair & Cam" a K-5 Curriculum & Activity Guide which provides air quality education videos, lessons, activities, and music. Requires Adobe...
Article
University Corporation for Atmospheric Research

Ucar: Nitrogen Oxides

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn interesting facts about nitrogen oxides, gases whose molecules are made of nitrogen and oxygen atoms and contribute to air pollution.
Article
National Earth Science Teachers Association

Windows to the Universe: Nitric Acid

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides a general overview of nitric acid, its composition, and its uses.
Article
National Earth Science Teachers Association

Windows to the Universe: Nitrogen Oxides

For Students 9th - 10th
Interesting information on nitrous oxides as they contribute to air pollution.