Environmental Science Important Questions DU SOL
A crucial area that examines how humans and the natural world interact is environmental science. Knowing the key questions in this discipline is critical for students navigating the academic landscape, particularly at Delhi University’s School of Open Learning.
We explore the key questions that capture the spirit of environmental science in this extensive book. These questions not only provide the framework for academic evaluations but also act as stimulants for thoughtful reflection and action in response to the pressing environmental issues of our day. Come along as we dissect the key components of environmental science and provide DU SOL students with a road map for understanding, interacting with, and addressing the critical problems that define the health of our planet.
Q. Define the following topic
i. Aquatic ecosystem
ii. land degradation
iii. Atmosphere
iv. Sustainable development
v. Global warming
vi. Acid rain
vii. Food chain
Q. Differentiate between
1. Grassland ecosystem and desert ecosystem
2. Solar energy and Hydro energy
3. Petroleum and Bio-Gas
4.Pesticides and Compost
5.Nuclear power and Hydropower
Q. Write a short note on the following
1.Any environmental movement in India
2. Ecotourism
3.Harmful impact of mining on the environment and human communities
4.Vulture Breeding Program
5.Importance of Biodiversity Parks in Cities
Q. (A)Discuss briefly the impacts of climate change on human communities
(B) Explain the socio-economic impact of increasing incidences of floods in India? Add a short note on disaster management in flood-affected areas.
Q. Explain the various dangers and problems associated with landfills in metropolitan area like Delhi. Also, write a note on solid waste disposal measures that need to be taken to reduce the burden on existing landfills.
Q. Describe the environment study and its essential element.
Q. What is the importance of environmental studies?
Q. Tell the difference between renewable and non-renewable resources.
Q. Explain the major sources of renewal and non-renewable energy.
Q. Explain the important measures of energy conservation.
Q. What do you understand by land resources?
Q. Describe the important reasons for its decline?
Q. How can natural resources be conserved? And discuss its various remedies?
Q. What is ecosystem? Explain the type of ecosystem?
Q. What is biodiversity? How is biodiversity divided into?
Q. Explain the utility and importance of biodiversity& Describe the hot spots of biodiversity in India
Q. What are the measures for conservation of biodiversity?
Q. Explain the different types of pollution?
1.Air pollution
2. noise pollution
3. Water pollution
4. Soil (land) pollution
5. Thermal pollution. (Thermal pollution)
6. Radiation pollution (radiation pollution)
Q. Which are the major environmental problems?
Q. What do you understand by the Save Seed Movement?
Q. Explain the effect of dam construction on tribal population?
Q. Give reasons for climate change.
Q. What is Forest Protection Act? And What is Environmental Protection Act?
What is Wildlife Protection Act?
Q. What is the Air (Pollution and Control) Act? And What is the Water Pollution Prevention and Control Act?
Q. Human population explosion” is depletion of resources and environmental degradation. Discuss this with appropriate examples.
Q. Short Note
1. Environmental movement in India
2. Bishnoi Movement
3.The Chipko Movement
4.Narmada Bachao Andolan
As DU SOL students work through the key questions in Environmental Science, they come across benchmarks that serve as guides for their comprehension of the complex processes in our environment, as addition to academic obstacles. These questions invite reflection and action since they address ecological, social, and economic aspects. They represent more than just grades; they represent a route towards environmentally responsible behaviour and sustainable activities worldwide. By accepting these fundamental issues, DU SOL students become change agents, capable of resolving difficult situations and fostering a future in which people and the natural world live in harmony. As a result, these questions encourage thoughtful action and raise a generation of concerned citizens dedicated to protecting the health of our planet.