Environment Studies (21CIV59) - Ecosystems Quiz

Factors like contamination through sewage and industrial waste contribute to water borne diseases.

These diseases are primarily caused by bacteria, affecting water and food safety.

High levels of nitrates in drinking water can cause 'blue babies', a serious condition.

Excessive fluoride leads to disfigurement in teeth, affecting dental health.

Groundwater availability depends on rainfall, geological formations, and runoff.

The shell of organic matter on Earth's surface that includes all living things.

Atmosphere consists of 70% Nitrogen and 21% Oxygen.

A living part of an ecosystem that affects other organisms.

Energy in an ecosystem flows unidirectionally from producers to consumers.

Organisms like plants that create their own food through photosynthesis.

The recycling of inorganic nutrients in ecosystems maintained by producers, consumers, and decomposers.

Organisms that feed directly or indirectly on producers.

Chlorophyll-containing trees and plants act as primary producers.

CFCs are used as solvents, refrigerants, and blowing agents.

The formula for CFC-114 is CF2ClCF2Cl.

ODP considers species' reactivity, atmospheric lifetime, and molar mass.

HFCs have a zero ozone depletion potential (ODP).

The ozone layer is located in the stratosphere.

Ozone is a major component of smog but protects from UV radiation.

Animal husbandry is the management of animals for agricultural purposes.

Ruminants produce methane (CH4).

Housing activities require large raw materials, disturbing ecosystems.

Mining activities lead to ecosystem devastation.

Modern agriculture contributes to erosion, acidification, and salinization.

Acid rain increases due to urbanization and industrialization.

The ozone hole was first discovered over Antarctica.

The Environmental (Protection) Act was enacted in 1986.

ISO 14000 standards focus on pollution management.

Population explosion leads to socio-economic problems, food scarcity, and energy crises.

Pollution Control Board is responsible for monitoring industrial effluent in India.

A non-government organization that focuses on environmental issues in India.

The goal includes awareness, participation, and knowledge improvement for all individuals.

Environmental education is necessary for everyone—children, adults, and scientists alike.

Sunder Lal Bahuguna is recognized as the leader of the Chipko Movement in India.

Established under the Environmental (Protection) Act of 1986.

Earth Day is observed on April 22nd each year to promote environmental awareness.

The Indian elephant is considered an endangered species due to habitat loss and poaching.

Soils are vital environmental agents involved in cycles like carbon, nitrogen, and phosphorus.

The most abundant element in the Earth's crust is oxygen.

The primary source of organic matter in soil comes from plant tissues and litter.

Leaching extent depends on rainfall, irrigation, and soil texture.

Ozone is not a component of soil; soil consists of mineral matter, organic matter, and soil air.

Fly ash is primarily produced by thermal power plants.

Major causes of soil pollution include pesticides, chemical fertilizers, and improper waste disposal.

Occupational noise is a classification of noise, affecting workers in their environments.