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What does the term 'Environment' encompass?
What does the term 'Environment' encompass?
- Inorganic compounds only
- Living things and natural forces (correct)
- Manmade structures only
- Only living things
Which are considered as components of the environment?
Which are considered as components of the environment?
- Water bodies only
- Social and economic factors only
- Biotic and abiotic components (correct)
- Chemical compounds only
What are examples of physical elements of the environment?
What are examples of physical elements of the environment?
- Microbes, flora, fauna
- Economic, social, political elements
- Atmosphere, landforms, water bodies (correct)
- Organic compounds, inorganic compounds
What are the Biotic Components of Environment?
What are the Biotic Components of Environment?
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What is the sum total of all factors that constitute the surroundings of humans?
What is the sum total of all factors that constitute the surroundings of humans?
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Environment and Its Components
- The term 'Environment' encompasses all living and non-living things that surround us, including physical and biological factors.
Components of the Environment
- The environment consists of two main components: Biotic and Abiotic components.
Abiotic Components (Physical Elements)
- Examples of physical elements of the environment include:
- Air
- Water
- Soil
- Light
- Temperature
- Humidity
- Topography
Biotic Components
- Biotic components of the environment are living organisms, including:
- Plants
- Animals
- Microorganisms
- Humans
Definition of Environment
- The sum total of all factors that constitute the surroundings of humans is referred to as the environment.
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