Download JNTUA B.Tech 1-1 R15 2017 June 15A01101 Environmental Studies Question Paper

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Code: 15A01101

Time: 3 hours                                                                                            Max. Marks: 70

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R15

B.Tech I Year I Semester (R15) Supplementary Examinations June 2017

ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES

(Common to ECE, ME, EIE & IT)

PART - A

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(Compulsory Question)

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Answer the following: (10 X 02 = 20 Marks)

1. (a) Define environmental studies.
2. (b) Give two uses of surface water.

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3. (c) What is keystone specie? Give an example.
4. (d) Name the two globally accepted national hotspots.
5. (e) Name the two oxides that contribute for acid rain.
6. (f) What are the two most effective methods of solid waste management?
7. (g) Give any two important aspects of watershed management.

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8. (h) Name any two days of special environmental significance, which are celebrated in the community.
9. (i) What is a megacity? Give an example for an Indian megacity.
10. (j) Expand the abbreviation IPR & CBR.

PART - B

(Answer all five units, 5 X 10 = 50 Marks)

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UNIT - I

Discuss any effort by government of India for creating awareness on environmental issues among the general public.

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What is the effect of mining and dams on forests and tribal people? Discuss.

UNIT - II

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Discuss a forest ecosystem in detail.

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Write about endangered and endemic species of India.

UNIT - III

Define noise pollution. Give the causes, effects and control measures of noise pollution.

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Compare and contrast Incineration Vs Landfilling.

UNIT - IV

Discuss how global warming affects people's lives all over the world.

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Write about the salient features of wildlife act.

UNIT - V

Write about the vaccination programs presently in vogue in India.

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Discuss the role of information technology (IT) in human health management.

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