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Exam : B.Tech I Semester End Examinations
Category : Common for all branches
Subject : Environmental Studies
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IARE B.Tech Environmental Studies Previous Question Papers
B.Tech I/II Semester Supplementary Examinations – July, 2017
Regulation: IA-R16
Common for : II Semester (all branches)
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Time: 3 Hours
Max Marks: 70
Instructions
** Answer ONE Question from each Unit
** All Questions Carry Equal Marks
** All parts of the question must be answered in one place only
July, 2017 :
UNIT – I
1. (a) Explain the components of environments with the help of neat sketch. [7M]
(b) Describe the importance of ecology and eco-system with examples. [7M]
2. (a) What is an ecosystem? Explain the structures and functions of ecosystem. [7M]
(b) Briefly explain the types of ecological pyramids with energy flow. [7M]
UNIT – II
3. (a) What are the major causes and consequences of deforestation? [7M]
(b) Discuss the impact of over exploitation of mineral resources. [7M]
4. (a) Give a brief account of renewable and non-renewable energy resources. [7M]
(b) What happens to forest and tribal people if number of dams increases in our environment? [7M]
UNIT – III
5. (a) Substantiate that INDIA is a mega biodiversity nation. Elaborate. [7M]
(b) Explain the reasons for threats to biodiversity. [7M]
6. (a) What is Biodiversity? Give its significance. What are the three types of biodiversity? Explain them. [7M]
(b) Explain in-situ and on-situ conservation along with merits and limitations. [7M]
UNIT – IV
7. (a) Write a short note on Global warming and ozone depletion. [7M]
(b) Explain the sources, effects and control of air pollution. [7M]
8. (a) Explain solid waste management. Mention the affects of solid waste pollution. [7M]
(b) Mention the causes and effects of water pollution. Explain strategies to tackle them. [7M]
UNIT – V
9. (a) Define EIA. Point out the significance and various stages of EIA. [7M]
(b) Explain the main objectives and provisions of water pollution act. [7M]
10. (a) Explain the characteristics of population growth. [7M]
(b) Explain biomedical waste management and handling rule 2016. [7M]
May, 2017 :
Regulation: IA-R16
Common for all branches
Time: 3 Hours
Max Marks: 70
UNIT – I :
1. (a) Explain the scope of Environmental studies. [7M]
(b) What is an ecosystem? Explain the structures and functions of ecosystem. [7M]
2. (a) Discuss how an environmental study is a multidisciplinary subject? [7M]
(b) What are the impacts of deforestation on environment? How to overcome them. [7M]
UNIT – II :
3. (a) Analyze the serious ecological problems created by hydroelectric power generation with examples. [7M]
(b) Explain the applications of Solar energy and photovoltaic energy. [7M]
4. (a) Explain the role of an individual in conservation of natural resources. [7M]
(b) Write a detailed note on effects of dams on forests and tribal people. [7M]
UNIT – III :
5. (a) Describe in – situ and ex- situ conservation? Explain them briefly. [7M]
(b) Write a short note on conservation of biodiversity in India. [7M]
6. (a) Define Biogeography. What are Endemic and Endangered species? [7M]
(b) What is Biodiversity? Give its significance. What are the three types of biodiversity? Explain them. [7M]
UNIT – IV :
7. (a) Discuss the causes, effects and control on noise pollution. [7M]
(b) Define e-waste. Discuss how e-waste can be managed to prevent environmental pollution. [7M]
8. (a) Explain the methods of disposal of municipal solid waste. [7M]
(b) Write a short note on Global warming and ozone depletion. [7M]
UNIT – V :
9. (a) What is meant by environmental impact assessment and state its importance? [7M]
(b) What is global warming? Explain the global warming causes. [7M]
10. (a) Mention the causes and effects of water pollution. Explain strategies to tackle them. [7M]
(b) Explain solid waste management. Mention the affects of solid waste pollution. [7M]