Acid Rain Effect on The Taj Mahal: A Review

World Heritage Site: Taj Mahal

Publication Year: 2021

Publication Type: Article

Publication Identifier: WHE8607C15E29

Summary

Acid rain poses a significant threat to the Taj Mahal, accelerating the corrosion of its iconic white marble. This review highlights how increasing air pollution levels, particularly from metropolitan cities like Delhi and Agra, contribute to acidification of rainfall, exacerbating the degradation process. The study examines the chemical mechanisms behind acid rain formation and its detrimental effects on the monument's structural integrity, emphasizing the need for urgent conservation measures to preserve this UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Citation

Ojha, A. K. (2021). Acid Rain Effect on The Taj Mahal: A Review. International Journal of Green Chemistry. https://doi.org/10.37628/ijgc.v7i1.1076

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