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Code No: CE052391
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III B.Tech I Semester Regular Examinations, November 2008
ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES
( Common to Civil Engineering, Electrical & Electronic Engineering,
Electronics & Communication Engineering, Computer Science &
Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science & Systems
Engineering, Electronics & Telematics, Metallurgy & Material Technology,
Electronics & Computer Engineering, Production Engineering and
Bio-Technology)
Time: 3 hours Max Marks: 80
Answer any FIVE Questions
All Questions carry equal marks
1. (a) De ne “Environmental Studies”?
(b) Explain the components and scope of Environmental studies. [4+12]
2. Explain how agricultural practices and industrial growth have led to undesirable
changes in the environment. [16]
3. Write brie y about the following types of ecosystems. Bring out the unique char-
acteristics, threats and also the action needed to overcome threats:
(a) Marine ecosystem
(b) Desert ecosystem
(c) Grasslands. [16]
4. Discuss the aesthetic value of nature with respect to the following statements.
(a) A true wilderness experience is an incredible learning experience.
(b) The beauty of nature encompasses every aspect of the living and non-living
part of our earth. [8+8]
5. (a) Oceans are ultimate sink for most of the waste we produce. Explain.
(b) List o shore sources of Marine Pollution.
(c) Explain the e ects of oil pollution on the ocean. [8+4+4]
6. (a) De ne watershed management and explain its ob jectives.
(b) Discuss various water conservation techniques that can be practiced by indi-
viduals. [8+8]
7. (a) Though population growth shows a global decline, there is still cause for worry.
Explain why.
(b) What are the reasons for di erences in the rate of population growth in various
countries. [8+8]
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8. What are the problems encountered in the disposal of solid waste from various
sources. Describe the outcome of poor management of solid waste, illustrating
your answer with any case-study. [16]
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Code No: CE052391
RA
III B.Tech I Semester Regular Examinations, November 2008
ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES
( Common to Civil Engineering, Electrical & Electronic Engineering,
Electronics & Communication Engineering, Computer Science &
Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science & Systems
Engineering, Electronics & Telematics, Metallurgy & Material Technology,
Electronics & Computer Engineering, Production Engineering and
Bio-Technology)
Time: 3 hours Max Marks: 80
Answer any FIVE Questions
All Questions carry equal marks
1. (a) De ne “Environmental Studies”?
(b) Explain the components and scope of Environmental studies. [4+12]
2. Explain how agricultural practices and industrial growth have led to undesirable
changes in the environment. [16]
3. Write brie y about the following types of ecosystems. Bring out the unique char-
acteristics, threats and also the action needed to overcome threats:
(a) Marine ecosystem
(b) Desert ecosystem
(c) Grasslands. [16]
4. Discuss the aesthetic value of nature with respect to the following statements.
(a) A true wilderness experience is an incredible learning experience.
(b) The beauty of nature encompasses every aspect of the living and non-living
part of our earth. [8+8]
5. (a) Oceans are ultimate sink for most of the waste we produce. Explain.
(b) List o shore sources of Marine Pollution.
(c) Explain the e ects of oil pollution on the ocean. [8+4+4]
6. (a) De ne watershed management and explain its ob jectives.
(b) Discuss various water conservation techniques that can be practiced by indi-
viduals. [8+8]
7. (a) Though population growth shows a global decline, there is still cause for worry.
Explain why.
(b) What are the reasons for di erences in the rate of population growth in various
countries. [8+8]
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8. What are the problems encountered in the disposal of solid waste from various
sources. Describe the outcome of poor management of solid waste, illustrating
your answer with any case-study. [16]
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