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Which component of the environment refers to non-living factors?
Which component of the environment refers to non-living factors?
What does the biological environment encompass?
What does the biological environment encompass?
Which option does NOT represent a type of environment based on natural composition?
Which option does NOT represent a type of environment based on natural composition?
What aspect does the social environment primarily influence?
What aspect does the social environment primarily influence?
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Which of the following combines living and non-living components of the environment?
Which of the following combines living and non-living components of the environment?
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Which of these environments would be classified as aerial?
Which of these environments would be classified as aerial?
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What is a key feature of the physical environment?
What is a key feature of the physical environment?
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Which component is considered a part of the social environment?
Which component is considered a part of the social environment?
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What is Environmental Engineering primarily derived from?
What is Environmental Engineering primarily derived from?
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Which of the following best describes the term 'environment'?
Which of the following best describes the term 'environment'?
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What does 'micro-environment' refer to in Environmental Engineering?
What does 'micro-environment' refer to in Environmental Engineering?
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Which of the following is NOT a component of the macro-environment?
Which of the following is NOT a component of the macro-environment?
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How do genotype and phenotype affect organisms?
How do genotype and phenotype affect organisms?
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What type of factors are included in the macro-environment?
What type of factors are included in the macro-environment?
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What primarily impacts an individual’s well-being according to the definition of environment?
What primarily impacts an individual’s well-being according to the definition of environment?
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Which aspect is NOT typically associated with the micro-environment?
Which aspect is NOT typically associated with the micro-environment?
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What are the intended learning outcomes for Module 1 in Environmental Engineering?
What are the intended learning outcomes for Module 1 in Environmental Engineering?
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Which of the following best describes the study of Environmental Science and Engineering's relevance to the maritime industry?
Which of the following best describes the study of Environmental Science and Engineering's relevance to the maritime industry?
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What phenomenon is primarily highlighted through the starting activity with a glass of water?
What phenomenon is primarily highlighted through the starting activity with a glass of water?
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Which of the following components is NOT mentioned as part of the environment in the module?
Which of the following components is NOT mentioned as part of the environment in the module?
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What concept describes the balance needed in natural ecosystems?
What concept describes the balance needed in natural ecosystems?
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How is overexploitation described in the context of Environmental Engineering?
How is overexploitation described in the context of Environmental Engineering?
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Which of the following is NOT one of the three types of environments based on natural composition?
Which of the following is NOT one of the three types of environments based on natural composition?
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What is the primary purpose of writing a reflection paper in this module?
What is the primary purpose of writing a reflection paper in this module?
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Study Notes
Environmental Engineering
- A discipline that combines engineering, public health, ecology, and ethics.
- Connects the importance of environmental science to the advancement of engineering industries.
Environment
- Refers to everything that surrounds an object, including living and non-living elements.
- This encompasses materials, forces, ideals, and conditions that affect an individual's well-being.
- An individual's environment is considered their life support system.
Types of Environment (Proximity)
- Micro-environment: Directly and regularly affects an object. Influences an object's performance and decision-making.
- Macro-environment: Indirectly and distantly affects an object. Includes uncontrollable factors and external forces, such as economic, demographic, technological, natural, social and cultural, legal, and political influences.
Types of Environment (Natural Composition)
- Terrestrial (Land): Focuses on the land, including its features and inhabitants.
- Aquatic (Water): Focuses on water, including its characteristics and organisms.
- Aerial (Air): Focuses on the air, including its composition and atmospheric conditions.
Components of an Environment
- Physical Environment: Refers to abiotic factors (non-living things), including the physical properties and conditions of an environment, such as temperature, light, water, and soil.
- Biological Environment: Refers to biotic factors (living things), including all the living organisms within an environment, such as plants, animals, and microorganisms.
- Social Environment: Refers to moral, cultural, and emotional forces that influence an individual’s life and behavior.
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Description
This quiz covers the fundamental concepts of environmental engineering, integrating aspects of public health, ecology, and engineering ethics. You'll explore different types of environments and their impact on individual well-being and industry. Test your knowledge about both micro and macro-environments and understand their significance.
