Class 10 Science: Management of Natural Resources
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What is the focus of Chapter 16?

  • The pollution of natural resources
  • The international laws for environmental protection
  • The global-level environmental problems
  • The management of natural resources (correct)

    • Which natural resources are specifically mentioned in the chapter?

  • Gold and silver
  • Wind and solar energy
  • Forests, wildlife, water, coal, and petroleum (correct)
  • Iron and copper

    • What is the main concern when deciding how to manage natural resources?

  • National laws and acts for environmental protection
  • Contribution towards global-level environmental problems
  • Meeting international norms for carbon dioxide emissions
  • Sustainable development and conservation of environment (correct)

    • Why do we often feel helpless in making changes related to global-level environmental problems?

    <p>Feeling that global-level problems are beyond individual control</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is discussed as a potential contribution in Activity 16.1?

    <p>International norms to regulate carbon dioxide emissions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the suggested focus for managing natural resources?

    <p>Sustainable development and conservation of the environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of the Ganga Action Plan?

    <p>Improving the water quality of the Ganges</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of coliform count in water?

    <p>It shows contamination by disease-causing microorganisms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of pollutants are harmful even in small quantities?

    <p>Some pollutants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do the three R's to save the environment stand for?

    <p>Reduce, Recycle, Reuse</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of pollution in the Ganges river?

    <p>Garbage and excreta from towns and cities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What human activities contribute to pollution in the Ganges river?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a high coliform count in water indicate?

    <p>Contamination by disease-causing microorganisms</p> Signup and view all the answers

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