10 Questions
What is the definition of environment according to the text?
The total planetary inheritance and the totality of all resources
Which of the following is considered a biotic element of the environment?
Forests
What Act is related to the concern for Environment according to the text?
Environment Protection Act, 1986
Which function does the environment perform according to the text?
Provides resources for production and sustains life
What are renewable resources according to the text?
Resources that can be used without the possibility of depletion, like trees and fishes
What is the main concern of the human species in relation to the environment?
To bring about irreversible changes in the environment
What is the adverse consequence of past developmental paths on the environment?
Heavy cost at the expense of environmental quality
What do we have to bear in mind as we step into an era of globalization?
Adverse consequences of past developmental path on the environment
What is essential to understand to address the challenges of sustainable development?
The significance and contribution of environment to economic development
What is emphasized as a conscious choice as we move towards sustainable development?
Choosing a path of sustainable development
Study Notes
Definition of Environment
- Environment refers to the sum of all external factors, living (biotic) and non-living (abiotic), that affect an organism or other entities.
Biotic Elements
- Biotic elements of the environment include living things such as plants, animals, and microorganisms.
Environmental Concerns and Legislation
- The Environmental Protection Act is related to the concern for the environment.
Environmental Functions
- The environment performs the function of supporting life and providing services such as air, water, and soil.
Renewable Resources
- Renewable resources are natural resources that can replenish themselves over time, such as solar energy, wind energy, and water.
Human Concerns and Environment
- The main concern of the human species in relation to the environment is to ensure sustainability and address the challenges of development.
Consequences of Development
- The adverse consequence of past developmental paths on the environment is environmental degradation and depletion of natural resources.
Globalization and Environment
- As we step into an era of globalization, we have to bear in mind the impact of human activities on the environment.
Sustainable Development
- To address the challenges of sustainable development, it is essential to understand the interdependence of social, economic, and environmental factors.
- A conscious choice to adopt sustainable practices and reduce our ecological footprint is emphasized as we move towards sustainable development.
This quiz covers the concept of environment and sustainable development as explained in Chapter 7, updated in November 2022. It includes questions related to biotic and abiotic elements that influence the environment.
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