-The trends depicted in the figure are best explained by__________ .
A)an increased use of fossil fuels,followed by recent regulations restricting the production and use of fossil fuels containing sulfur
B)a growth and subsequent decline in the global human population
C)an increased use of fossil fuels,followed by a recent decreased use of fossil fuels
D)an increased use of sulfur- containing fertilizers,followed by a recent replacement of those fertilizers with those that contain phosphorus and nitrogen rather than sulfur

Question

-The trends depicted in the figure are best explained by__________ .
A)an increased use of fossil fuels,followed by recent regulations restricting the production and use of fossil fuels containing sulfur 
B)a growth and subsequent decline in the global human population 
C)an increased use of fossil fuels,followed by a recent decreased use of fossil fuels 
D)an increased use of sulfur- containing fertilizers,followed by a recent replacement of those fertilizers with those that contain phosphorus and nitrogen rather than sulfur

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The trends likely reflect the increased use of fossil fuels which emit sulfur compounds, leading to pollution and acid rain. The subsequent decline is best explained by regulations that have been implemented to restrict the production and use of such fossil fuels, aiming to reduce sulfur emissions.

-The Trends Depicted in the Figure Are Best Explained By__________