Environmental Science Fundamentals
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What is the definition of environment according to the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986?

  • The physical conditions that surround and influence the growth of living organisms
  • The sum of water, air, and land and the inter-relationships among them and with human beings, other living organisms, and materials (correct)
  • The social and cultural conditions that affect the development of people, animals, or plants
  • The study of the environment and its components
  • What is the origin of the word 'Environment'?

  • Latin word Environ, meaning surrounding conditions
  • Greek word Environmentos, meaning natural surroundings
  • German word Umgebung, meaning surrounding environment
  • French word Environner, meaning encircle or surroundings (correct)
  • What is the definition of environmental science?

  • The study of the environment, its biotic & abiotic components, and their relationships (correct)
  • The exploration of environmental technologies and innovations
  • The study of environmental laws and regulations
  • The analysis of environmental data and statistics
  • What does the word 'environment' encompass based on its etymology?

    <p>Social, cultural, and physical conditions that surround, affect, and influence the survival and development of living organisms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'ecosystem' refer to?

    <p>The various components and types of ecological communities and their interactions</p> Signup and view all the answers

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