Acid Rain and Our Nation's Capital: A Guide to Effects on Buildings and Monuments

"Acid Rain and Our Nation's Capital: A Guide to Effects on Buildings and Monuments" by E. S. McGee is an informative piece that looks closely at how acid rain harms historical buildings and monuments in Washington, D.C. It teaches readers about the bad effects of acid rain on older buildings. The writing goes over what acid rain is made of, where it comes from, and what it does to stones like marble and limestone, which are often used to build monuments. The publication explains how pollution from cars and factories causes acid rain. With a focus on real examples, the book walks readers through famous buildings in Washington, D.C., showing where acid rain has clearly caused damage.