Punjab Technical University 2011-1st Sem B.Tech Environment Sience , , ester, Regular , , - Question Paper

Time: three Hours
Maximum Marks: 60

Instruction to Candidates:
1) Section- A is Compulsory.
2) Attempt any 5 ques. from Section- B & C
3) choose at lowest 2 ques. from part - B & C

part – A [Marks 2*10=20]

Q1)a) What is biosphere?

b) provide 2 examples of non-renewable energy sources.

c) What is thermal pollution?

d) Differentiate ranging from in-siter conservation and ex-siter conservation.

e) What is consumerism?

f) What is an ecological pyramid?

g) describe food chain.

h) What is sustainable development?

i) List 2 endangered species of our country.

j) elaborate causes for formation of waste land?

part – B [8 marks each]

Q2) explain the importance of multi - disciplinary nature of environmental studies.

Q3) Establish water as a natural resource with the aid of hydrological cycle.

Q4) elaborate hot spots of biodiversity? Name and explain the values that can be assigned to biodiversity.

Q5) explain different stages and causes of solid waste management.

part – C [8 marks each]

Q6) How do you classify the factors responsible for relocation of people? discuss the issues & concerns about resettlement & rehabilitation of people.

Q7) Global warming, destruction of ozone layer & acid rain are global issues that cannot be dealt with by the mostly local regulations used for other air pollutants. Justify & discuss this statement

Q8) State chief characteristic features of forest conservation Act.

Q9) How does value education help in environmental protection?

Earning:   Approval pending.