University of Pune 2009 M.Sc Geography Gg – 423 : of Ecosystem - Question Paper

M.Sc. (Semester – IV) Examination, 2009
GEOGRAPHY
Gg – 423 : Geography of Ecosystem
(2005 Pattern)
Time : three Hours Max. Marks : 80
N.B. :
1) Attempt any 4 ques..
2) All ques. carry equal marks.
3) Use of map stencil is allowed.

1. discuss the concept of ecosystem and define its components in detail.

2. discuss the forest ecosystem and grassland ecosystem.

3. discuss the impact of human activities on environment.

4. What is biodiversity ? discuss methods of preservation and conservation of biodiversity.

5. provide a brief account of Stockholm Conference (1972) on environment protection.

6. Do big dams make destruction of environment ? Comment with suitable examples.

7. Write notes on any 2 :
i) Food chain and food web
ii) Habitat
iii) Urban ecosystem

Earning:   Approval pending.