Environmental Science: Definition, Scope, and Importance Quiz

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What does the science of Environment studies encompass?

Chemistry, physics, medical science, and more (correct)
Physics and chemistry only
Public health and agriculture only
Life science and public health only

What does 'environment' refer to?

Conditions surrounding a point in space and time (correct)
Man in particular
Physical attributes only
Living objects in general

Why is the science of Environment studies considered multi-disciplinary?

Because it deals with physical aspects of the planted earth only
Because it focuses solely on human activities
Because it encompasses various branches like chemistry, physics, and more (correct)
Because it involves only life science and public health

How has the scope of the term 'Environment' changed over time?

It has been expanding with time (B) Signup and view all the answers

In the context of environment studies, why is it important to consider plant life?

Man cannot be understood in isolation from plant life (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which component of the environment comprises the protective blanket of gases surrounding the earth?

Atmosphere (B) Signup and view all the answers

According to Boring, what does a person's environment consist of?

Various types of forces such as physical, intellectual, economic, political, cultural, social, moral and emotional (C) Signup and view all the answers