Environmental Studies Basics
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What is the primary cause of the poor quality of air, water, and soil?

  • Production and release of chemicals into the environment (correct)
  • Waste generated from manufacturing processes
  • Construction of mega dams on rivers
  • Over usage of forest cover
  • What is the main difference between non-renewable and renewable resources?

  • Non-renewable resources will exhaust if extracted imprudently, while renewable resources can be regenerated (correct)
  • Non-renewable resources can be regenerated, while renewable resources cannot
  • Non-renewable resources are abundant, while renewable resources are scarce
  • Non-renewable resources are cheaper, while renewable resources are expensive
  • What is the consequence of the over usage of forest cover?

  • Destruction of ecosystems and affecting the water table and local climate (correct)
  • Increase in water tables
  • Improvement in local climate
  • Increase in agricultural productivity
  • What percentage of resources are wasted as garbage?

    <p>A significant quantity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of ecosystem in managing waste?

    <p>Ecosystem can manage waste up to a certain level</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the importance of understanding one's own responsibility in environmental issues?

    <p>It is very important to implement measures to improve environmental quality</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'Environment' refer to?

    <p>Everything surrounding us, including land, water, air, and living beings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason for the advancement of agriculture from traditional to modern?

    <p>To cater to the huge demand for food</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the cultural significance of the term 'Mother Nature'?

    <p>It is a cultural practices that envisage protecting the nature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary relationship between humans and their environment?

    <p>Humans are dependent on their environment for basic needs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of humans modifying natural ecosystems?

    <p>The development of villages, towns, and cities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the environment in our daily lives?

    <p>It is a vital component that needs to be protected</p> Signup and view all the answers

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