12 Questions
What is Environmental Studies defined as?
A multidisciplinary academic field which deals with issues that affect an organism
What is the origin of the term 'Environment'?
Derived from the French word 'environ'
What is the Environment defined as?
The sum of total land, water, air, and their interrelationship with living and nonliving objects
What is a result of human civilization's advancement?
Human beings have modified natural ecosystems to form villages, towns, or cities
What can be observed in the habitat we live in?
Natural landscapes such as forests, rivers, mountains, deserts, grasslands or combinations of these elements
What is the scope of Environmental Studies?
Examines the natural and human-modified ecosystems and their interactions
What is the main reason for the exploration of natural resources?
To cater to the growing demand on food supply
What is the effect of using chemical fertilizers and pesticides?
It creates a conditioned base for only selected species
What is the main consequence of building mega dams on rivers?
It destroys many ecosystems
What is the difference between non-renewable and renewable resources?
Non-renewable resources will exhaust from the earth's crust, while renewable resources can be regenerated
What is the importance of understanding the environment?
It is essential to understand all aspects of the environment
What happens when waste accumulation exceeds the ecosystem's management capacity?
It leads to unfavorable conditions
Test your knowledge on the introduction to environmental studies, covering its definition, scope, and importance. Also, assess your understanding of the concept of sustainability and sustainable development.
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