Ecology, biodiversity, pollution, and policies
1
What best defines an ecosystem?
2
Which term describes the gradual development of an ecosystem from pioneer species to a climax community?
3
Renewable energy is highlighted as a strategy in Unit 06. Which is a renewable resource?
4
What is a key reason biodiversity is valuable to ecosystems and humans?
5
Which type of pollution is most directly linked to noise in urban environments?
6
India's environmental laws include the Wildlife Protection Act (1972). What does it primarily protect?
7
What is an example of in-situ conservation?
8
Which human activity most directly threatens biodiversity?
9
What does the term 'ecosystem services' refer to?
10
Which action supports sustainable water resource management?
11
What does sustainability mean in environmental studies?
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Which three pillars are integrated in sustainability?
13
In energy flow, what percent of energy is lost as heat at each trophic level?
14
Which is a Desert Ecosystem characteristic?
15
Name a non-renewable energy resource.
16
India’s biodiversity hotspots include which region?
17
Which international agreement targets emission reductions (1997)?
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Name one of India’s major environmental movements.
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What are the fieldwork focuses listed in Unit 08?
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Which pollution type is addressed by waste management and recycling in Unit 05?
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An ecosystem includes biotic and abiotic components and their interactions.
Succession is the gradual change in species composition over time.
Solar energy is renewable; fossil fuels are non-renewable.
Biodiversity supports ecosystem services like pollination, water purification, and cultural value.
Noise pollution refers to excessive or disturbing sounds impacting health.
It safeguards wildlife and habitats to prevent illegal exploitation.
In-situ conservation protects organisms in the wild.
Habitat loss is a primary driver of species declines.
Ecosystem services include provisioning, regulating, supporting, and cultural benefits.
Water sustainability relies on protecting sources and prudent use.
Sustainability balances present needs with future generations' ability to meet theirs.
Environmental sustainability blends ecological, economic, and social aspects.
Energy transfer between levels is inefficient; most energy is lost as heat.
Deserts are defined by arid conditions and temperature extremes.
Coal, oil, and natural gas are finite resources. Solar, wind, and hydro are renewable.
Western Ghats and Sundaland are global biodiversity hotspots with high endemism.
Kyoto Protocol established binding emission targets for developed countries.
Chipko Movement involved tree-hugging to protect forests (also Silent Valley, Bishnoi).
Field work covers documentation of environmental assets: Rivers, Forests, Plants.
Solid waste management includes collection, segregation, recycling, composting, landfill.
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