E.V.S QUESTION PAPER II

Barathiyar University  – Environmental Studies – Question Papers

UG (Participatory Programme)DEGREE EXAMINATION , DECEMBER 2011.

                                                           First semester

                                                        ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES

Time: Three Hours                                                                                        Maximum : 50 marks

Answer any five questions

Each question carry 10 marks.                                                    (5×10 = 50 marks)

1. Define environment? Show that environmental science is multidisciplinary.

2. Briefly discuss the important of forest resources.

3. Describe in detail the process of ecological succession.

4. Draw and explain the food chain and food web of an ecosystem.

5. Examine the value of biodiversity?

6. What are the various ex-situ strategies that are now practiced to conserve our biodiversity?

7. Explain the causes and effects of acid rain.

8. Explain in detail about solid waste management.

9. Bring out the interrelationship between health, wellness and fitness.

10.Describe the role of information technology in environmental studies.