Bangalore University 2008 M.Sc BioTechnology BTP-304 :Environmental - Question Paper

third semester M.Sc Degree examination, December 2008
Biotechnology
BTP-304 :Environmental Biotechnology

Time: 3hours Max.Marks:80

part A (5*3)

Write brief notes on any 5 of the subsequent

1. Reverse osmosis.

2. Bioindicators .

3. Anaerobic filter.

4. Vermiculture .

5. UV-B .

6. Acid rain.

7. Biodiesel .
part B (4*5)

ans any 4 of the subsequent

8. Describe soil pollution and add a note on its sources and measurements.

9. Explain the aerobic methods for waste water treatment.

10. Write an account on the process of biomining.

11. Explain the process of biosorption of heavy metals.

12. Describe the management of solid waste as source of energy.

13. Write an account on ozone depletion and its impact.

part C (3*15)

ans any 3 of the subsequent

14. Explain in detail the treatment of effluents of diary industry.

15. Write an account on the role of biotechnology in the conservation of biodiversity.

16. Describe the concepts and principles of bioremediation using microbes.

17. Write an account on the role of microorganisms in the degradation of plant materials.

18. Explain the role of microbes in bioremediation of pesticides.

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