M.Sc-M.Sc BioTechnology 1st Sem BT-13 : Environmental Biotechnology(University of Pune, Pune-2013)
M.Sc. (Semester - I)
SEAT No. :
[Total No. of Pages : 1
BIO - TECHNOLOGY
BT-13 : Environmental Biotechnology
(2008 Pattern)
Time : 3 Hours] [Max. Marks :80
Instructions to the candidates :
1) Attempt a total of five questions selecting atleast two questions from each section. 2) Answers to the sections must be written in separate answer books. 3) Neat diagrams must be drawn wherever necessary. 4) Figures to the right indicate full marks.
SECTION - I
Q1) What do you understand by non - conventional energy sources? Discuss the
advantages, limitations and applications of geothermal energy. [16]
Q2) Write explanatory notes on : [16]
a) Use of genetically modified plants against pathogens. b) Transport and diffusign of air pollutants.
Q3) Describe any one technique used in the measurement of noise pollution. Discuss
various ways for control and abatement of noise pollution. [16]
Q4) Describe in detail the process of biodegradation of fungicides and pesticides
in soil. [16]
SECTION - II
Q5) Explain in detail various strategies for phytoremediation. Give appropriate
examples. Add a note on its applications. [16]
Q6) a) Explain the importance of flow and loading rate in biological waste water
treatment. [8] b) Explain advanced waste water treatment. [8]
Q7) What is the scope of conservation biotechnology? Explain the use of
biotechnology - based methods for microbial conservation.
Q8) Write explanatory notes on :
a) Minas for industries and Ecomarks.
b) ISO 14000 standard series.
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