Environmental Study Quiz

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What does environmental study encompass?

Only social science

Branches of science and social science

All branches of science, arts, and social science (correct)

All branches of science only

What is the result of the unlimited exploitation of nature by human beings?

Health problems

Environmental pollution

Decrease in bio-diversity

All of the above (correct)

What is the primary objective of Environmental Study?

Enjoy economic growth at the cost of quality of human life

Generate an environment-friendly mindset among all classes of people (correct)

Get a holistic view for the sustenance of life on earth on an infinite scale

Realize the value of biodiversity by increased environmental ethics among all classes of people

Which statement best describes the result of environmental pollution?

Decrease in quality of life Signup and view all the answers

What are the consequences of decreasing bio-diversity?

Health problems Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of Environmental Study?

Realizing the value of biodiversity through increased environmental ethics Signup and view all the answers

When did humans first become aware of environmental hazards?

In ancient times Signup and view all the answers

What does the conservation of environment entail?

All of these Signup and view all the answers

What components make up the biosphere?

Lithosphere and Hydrosphere Signup and view all the answers

Why is it essential to study both biotic and abiotic components in Environmental Study?

To understand the complete interactions within ecosystems Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT an aspect required for the conservation of the environment?

Reduction in biodiversity Signup and view all the answers

What is responsible for the conservation of radiant energy to chemical energy through photosynthesis?

Lithosphere Signup and view all the answers

Which environmental segment acts as the largest sink (pollutant receptor) of the planet?

Hydrosphere Signup and view all the answers

Which component of the Earth has the least pollutant receptor capability?

Atmosphere Signup and view all the answers

How is the biosphere defined?

Thin layer of organic matter containing all living things on Earth's surface Signup and view all the answers

What was the aim of the Earth Summit at Rio de Janeiro?

June 1972 Signup and view all the answers

What is the global Action Plan adopted at the Earth Summit held in June 1972 known as?

Agenda 21 Signup and view all the answers

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