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Environmental Studies

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Environmental studies focus on the complex interactions between human societies and the natural world, emphasizing sustainability and conservation. Core topics include climate change adaptation, ecological footprint reduction, and habitat restoration strategies. This hub offers targeted practice questions for students preparing for general awareness and environmental science sections.

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Environmental Studies Questions

Multiple choice

What is meant by the term “human footprint?" 

  1. It is a measurement of Earth’s natural resources.

  2. It is a measurement of Earth’s human population.

  3. It is a measurement of how humans affect the environment.

  4. It is a measurement of how the environment impacts humans.

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C Correct answer
Explanation

The term "human footprint" (or ecological footprint) refers to the impact of human activities on the environment. It measures how much of the Earth's resources and ecosystems are used and modified by human populations.

Multiple choice

What are the 4 main Earth system components?

  1. Atmosphere, Landosphere, Watersphere and Disneysphere

  2. Atmosphere, Geosphere, Biosphere and Hydrosphere

  3. Hydroplaning, Geology, Meteorology and Paleontology

  4. Geosphere, Atmosphere, Water, Air
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Earth's system is divided into four major interacting components: the atmosphere (air), geosphere (land/rock), biosphere (life), and hydrosphere (water). The other options contain incorrect, informal, or humorous terms like 'Disneysphere' or list scientific disciplines instead of physical spheres.

Multiple choice

We live in which sphere of the earth?

  1. Hydrosphere

  2. Lithosphere

  3. Ecosphere

  4. Biosphere
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The biosphere is the global sum of all ecosystems, representing the zone of life on Earth. It includes all living organisms and their interactions with the lithosphere, hydrosphere, and atmosphere.

Multiple choice

Which of these gives valid environmental computing issues?

  1. Energy, Disposal

  2. Energy, Design

  3. Disposal, Testing

  4. Design, Testing
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Energy consumption during use and the environmental impact of hardware disposal are the two major environmental concerns in computing. Design and testing are important but are not primarily categorized as environmental issues.

Multiple choice

Define "sustainable use".

  1. using an ecosystem's resources to meet our needs

  2. sustaining fossil fuels in the Earth

  3. using carbon dioxide to fuel cars

  4. variety of living things
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Sustainable use involves managing natural resources in a way that meets current human needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.

Multiple choice

The deep ecology worldview is an understanding of our place in the world based on

  1. harmony with nature and a spiritual respect for life

  2. human superiority and dominance over nature

  3. hidden beliefs about the hierarchy of all species

  4. green politics
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Explanation

Deep ecology is a philosophy that views humans as part of the environment rather than superior to it, emphasizing the intrinsic value of all living things and the need for harmony.

Multiple choice

Explain the meaning of the term 'in situ conservation'.

  1. Conserving a species outside its natural environment

  2. Conserving a species in its natural environment or habitat

  3. Conserving a species in a zoo

  4. Conserving a species by in vitro fertilisation

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B Correct answer
Explanation

In situ conservation involves protecting species in their natural environment. Ex situ conservation, by contrast, involves protecting species outside their natural habitat, such as in zoos or seed banks.

Multiple choice

Which of the following are natural resources?

  1. Air, wind, fire, water

  2. Climatic, topographic, edaphic, biotic resources

  3. Land, forests, water, minerals, energy

  4. Carbon dioxide, oxygen, nitrogen, ammonia, methane
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Natural resources are materials or substances that occur in nature and can be used for economic gain. Land, forests, water, minerals, and energy sources are the standard categories of natural resources.