Environmental Impact of Urbanization

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Define environment.

Environment is our basic life support system. It provides the air we breathe, the water we drink, the food we eat, and the land where we live.

Which of the following are examples of creations made by people?

Roads (correct)

Rivers

Mountains

Plants

The lithosphere is made up of rocks and minerals.

True

What domain provides us forests, grasslands, land for agriculture, and human settlements?

Lithosphere Signup and view all the answers

The domain of water is referred to as _______________.

hydrosphere Signup and view all the answers

Match the following domains of the environment with their descriptions:

Lithosphere = Solid crust or the top layer of the earth Hydrosphere = Comprises various sources of water and water bodies Atmosphere = Thin layer of air that surrounds the earth Signup and view all the answers

What is an ecosystem?

An ecosystem is a community of living organisms interacting with each other and their physical environment. Signup and view all the answers

What do you mean by natural environment?

The natural environment refers to the surroundings that are not created by humans and include air, water, soil, flora, and fauna. Signup and view all the answers

Which are the major components of the environment?

The major components of the environment include the lithosphere (land), hydrosphere (water), atmosphere (air), and biosphere (life). Signup and view all the answers

Give four examples of human-made environment.

City Signup and view all the answers

What is the lithosphere?

The lithosphere is the solid outermost shell of a rocky planet, including the land surface and ocean floor. Signup and view all the answers

Which are the two major components of the biotic environment?

Plants Signup and view all the answers

What is the biosphere?

The biosphere is the part of Earth where life exists, including all living organisms and their interactions with the lithosphere, hydrosphere, and atmosphere. Signup and view all the answers

Which is not a natural ecosystem?

Aquarium Signup and view all the answers

Which is not a component of the human environment?

Religion Signup and view all the answers

Which is a human-made environment?

Road Signup and view all the answers

Which is a threat to the environment?

Growing population Signup and view all the answers

Match the following components of the environment:

Biosphere = the part of Earth where life exists Atmosphere = blanket of air which surrounds the earth Hydrosphere = domain of water Environment = our surroundings Signup and view all the answers

Give a reason why man modifies his environment.

Man modifies his environment to meet his needs, improve living conditions, and enhance comfort. Signup and view all the answers

Why do plants and animals depend on each other?

Plants provide oxygen, food, and shelter for animals while animals help in pollination, dispersal of seeds, and nutrient cycling. Signup and view all the answers

Imagine an ideal environment where you would love to live. Describe your ideal environment.

Answers may vary. Encourage creativity and thoughtful description of the characteristics of an ideal environment. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Environment

Environment refers to the surroundings or conditions in which a person, animal, or plant lives or operates.
It includes both natural and human-made components.

Natural Environment

The natural environment refers to both living (biotic) and non-living (abiotic) components.
It includes:
- Land (lithosphere)
- Water (hydrosphere)
- Air (atmosphere)
- Plants and animals (biosphere)

Human Environment

Human environment refers to human creations, interactions, and activities that affect the natural environment.
It includes:
- Buildings
- Roads
- Factories
- Cars
- Human settlements
- Agriculture
- Industries

Ecosystem

An ecosystem is a system formed by the interaction of all living organisms with each other and their physical and chemical environment.
It includes:
- Plants
- Animals
- Soil
- Water
- Air
- Sunlight
- Nutrients
- Decomposers

Components of Environment

The environment has four main components:
- Lithosphere (solid crust of the earth)
- Hydrosphere (water bodies)
- Atmosphere (air surrounding the earth)
- Biosphere (living organisms)

Importance of Environment

Environment provides:
- Air to breathe
- Water to drink
- Food to eat
- Land to live on
- Natural resources

Human Impact on Environment

Human activities can modify and even destroy natural surroundings.
Humans have increasing needs, which lead to changes in the environment.
It is essential to maintain a balance between natural and human environments.

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Ravi returns to school after a long vacation to find his favorite playground being demolished for a new building. He shares his concerns with classmates and the Principal about the loss of their natural environment.