Questions and Answers
What is well-being understood as?
A state of health, happiness, and/or prosperity.
Which of the following are factors that determine human well-being? (Select all that apply)
Which of these are examples of economic conditions and processes? (Select all that apply)
What are the components of an ecosystem? (Select all that apply)
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Materials move cyclically among the ______, ______, ______, and ______.
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Well-being only involves economic aspects.
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Study Notes
Course Overview
- Course title: CBCA105 Environment and Sustainability
- Marks distribution includes:
- Internal assessment: 30 marks (includes quizzes, assignments, online certification)
- Mid Semester exam: 25 marks
- End Semester exam: 45 marks
Human Well-Being
- Defined as a state of health, happiness, and prosperity.
- Broadly understood as living a satisfying, good life.
Factors Affecting Human Well-Being
- Physical: Access to health, food, and shelter.
- Social: Relationships and community engagement.
- Psychological: Mental health and emotional stability.
- Economic: Employment, income, technology, wealth, and markets.
- Environmental: Quality of air, water, soil, and climate impact.
Economic Conditions
- Influenced by employment opportunities, income levels, and production processes.
- Technologies facilitate trade and the functioning of markets and wealth distribution.
Socio-Political Conditions
- Include national and personal security, civic society engagement, culture, and justice.
- Access to healthcare and education is crucial for well-being.
Environmental Conditions
- Affected by natural processes and anthropogenic actions impacting air, water, climate, and soils.
- Resources like minerals and biodiversity contribute to ecosystem health and services.
Ecosystem Goods and Services
- Human well-being relies on ecosystem functions, including:
- Regulation of water flows and nutrient cycling.
- Pollination of crops.
- Climate regulation via evapotranspiration and carbon sequestration.
- Detoxification of air, soil, and water.
- Biodiversity maintenance and pest control.
Ecosystem Components
- Ecosystems consist of four major spheres:
- Atmosphere: Layer of gases surrounding the planet.
- Hydrosphere: All water bodies including oceans, lakes, and rivers.
- Lithosphere: Solid rock and soil surface.
- Biosphere: Community of living organisms.
Biochemical Cycles
- Materials circulate among the lithosphere, hydrosphere, atmosphere, and biosphere.
- Nutrients derived from rocks (via weathering or volcanic activity) enter water and then plants, animals, and organisms.
- These materials eventually cycle back into the atmosphere or hydrosphere, maintaining ecosystem balance.
Climate Change
- An ongoing global challenge impacting ecosystems and human well-being.
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Description
Test your knowledge on environmental sustainability, ecosystems, and climate change with this CBCA105 quiz. The quiz covers various topics related to human well-being and the impact of innovation on our environment. Prepare to challenge yourself and deepen your understanding of sustainability issues.
