10 Questions
What is the origin of the word 'Environment'?
From the French word 'Environner'
What is the definition of Environment according to the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986?
The sum of water, air, and land and the inter-relationships that exist among them and with the human beings, other living organisms and materials
What is the study of Environmental Science concerned with?
The study of the environment, its biotic and abiotic components and their relationships
What is the definition of Environment in simple terms?
The social, cultural and physical conditions that surround, affect and influence the survival, growth, and development of people, animals or plants
What does Environmental Science integrate according to Wikipedia?
Physics, Biology and Geography
What is the primary focus of environmental engineering?
Applying engineering principles to protect and enhance the environment
What is the significance of environmental studies in terms of natural resources?
To know the necessity of conservation of natural resources
What is the main component of the environment that contains all living organisms?
Biosphere
What is the ultimate goal of environmental science?
To motivate active participation in environmental protection and improvement
What is the key factor that sustains life on Earth?
All of the above
Learn about the environment definition, earth-life support system, ecosystem components, and types of ecosystems. Understand the inter-relationships between water, air, land, and human beings. Take this quiz to test your knowledge of environment and ecosystem basics.
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