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Which of the following is not a component of the Earth's environment?
Which of the following is not a component of the Earth's environment?
- Stratosphere
- Troposphere
- Biosphere
- Hydrosphere (correct)
Which of the following is an example of a non-renewable natural resource?
Which of the following is an example of a non-renewable natural resource?
- Hydroelectric power
- Solar energy
- Fossil fuels (correct)
- Wind energy
What is the primary function of an ecosystem?
What is the primary function of an ecosystem?
- To provide habitats for different species
- To maintain the balance of the environment
- To cycle nutrients and energy flows
- All of the above (correct)
Which layer of the Earth's atmosphere is responsible for absorbing harmful ultraviolet radiation from the Sun?
Which layer of the Earth's atmosphere is responsible for absorbing harmful ultraviolet radiation from the Sun?
Which of the following is not a type of ecosystem mentioned in the course content?
Which of the following is not a type of ecosystem mentioned in the course content?
What is the primary reason for the importance of the atmosphere?
What is the primary reason for the importance of the atmosphere?
Which of the following is an example of a renewable natural resource?
Which of the following is an example of a renewable natural resource?
Which layer of the Earth's atmosphere is the closest to the Earth's surface?
Which layer of the Earth's atmosphere is the closest to the Earth's surface?
What are the components of the Earth's environment mentioned in the course content?
What are the components of the Earth's environment mentioned in the course content?
Explain the concept of biodiversity and its conservation.
Explain the concept of biodiversity and its conservation.
Discuss the importance of the atmosphere.
Discuss the importance of the atmosphere.
What are the primary types of natural resources discussed in the course content?
What are the primary types of natural resources discussed in the course content?
Explain the concept of ecosystem and provide examples of different types of ecosystems.
Explain the concept of ecosystem and provide examples of different types of ecosystems.
What is the significance of understanding the concept of ecosystem?
What is the significance of understanding the concept of ecosystem?
How does basic knowledge about natural resources contribute to environmental awareness?
How does basic knowledge about natural resources contribute to environmental awareness?
Why is it crucial to become aware and appreciate the value of the environment?
Why is it crucial to become aware and appreciate the value of the environment?
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Study Notes
Course Overview
- Course Code: AEC-01
- Course Title: Introductory Environmental Studies
- Course Type: Ability Enhancement Course (AEC)
- Credit Value: 02 (30 Hr Theory)
- Total Marks: 50, Min Passing Marks: 20
Course Learning Outcomes
- Students will gain basic knowledge about natural resources
- Students will understand the concept of ecosystem
- Students will understand the concept of Biodiversity and its Conservation
- Students will become aware and appreciate the value and concern of environment
Course Content
- Unit 1: Introduction to Environment
- Components of environment
- Structure of earth's environment: Troposphere, Stratosphere, Mesosphere, Thermosphere, Ionosphere
- Importance of atmosphere (08 Hrs)
- Unit 2: Natural Resources
- Renewable and Non-Renewable Sources
- Types of resources: Forest, Water, Mineral, Food, Energy (07 Hrs)
- Unit 3: Ecosystem
- Concept of Ecosystem
- Function of Ecosystem
- Types of Ecosystems: Pond, Forest, Grassland, Desert (07 Hrs)
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