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College : Vardhaman College Of Engineering
Degree : B.Tech
Semester : I
Subject : Environmental Science
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Vardhaman Environmental Science Question Paper
VARDHAMAN COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
(AUTONOMOUS)
B. Tech I Semester Supplementary Examinations
(Regulations : VCE-R11A)
(Common to Computer Science and Engineering, Information Technology,
Aeronautical Engineering & Civil Engineering)
Date : 05 July, 2014
Time: 3 hours
Max Marks: 75
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July – 2014
Answer ONE question from each Unit
All Questions Carries Equal Marks
All parts of the question must be answered in one place only
Unit – I :
1. a) What are the effects of deforestation on environment? 8M
b) Differentiate between renewable and non-renewable resources. Give examples for both renewable and non-renewable resources. 7M
2. a) List and explain the environmental effects of extracting and using mineral resources. 8M
b) Enumerate the effects of:
i. Fertilizer problems
ii. Pesticide problems 7M
Unit – II :
3. a) Define ecosystem and explain in detail about ecological pyramids. 7M
b) What is a hot spot? Name two biodiversity hot spots in India. 8M
4. a) Define biodiversity and explain various conservation methods of biodiversity in detail. 8M
b) Explain in detail about the structure of an ecosystem with examples. 7M
Unit – III :
5. a) Substantiate the statement “Air pollution is one of the most dangerous forms of environmental pollution in current times” 8M
b) What is meant by sustainable development? What are the measures to obtain sustainability?7M
6. a) Explain the various sources, causes of noise pollution and list the control methods. 8M
b) What is meant by Rain Water Harvesting and mention its advantages to conserve water? 7M
Unit – IV :
7. a) Explain green building practices to save environment. 8M
b) Write short notes on:
i. Clean Development Mechanism
ii. Carbon Credits
iii. Carbon sequestration
8. Discuss the scope, importance and benefits of ISO 14000 environment management standard. 15M
Unit – V :
9. a) Explain conceptual facts, operational aspects and prediction of various impacts through Environmental impact assessment? 8M
b) Write briefly about environmental management plan. 7M
10. a) Write the summary of Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974. 8M
b) Write briefly about Forest Conservation Act. 7M
December – 2013
B. Tech I Semester Supplementary Examinations
(Regulations: VCE-R11
Environmental Science :
(Common to Computer Science and Engineering, Information Technology, Electronics and Communication Engineering)
Date : 24 December, 2013
Time : 3 Hours
Max. Marks : 75
Answer ONE question from each Unit
All Questions Carry Equal Marks
All parts of the question must be answered in one place only
Unit – I :
1a) Discuss the concept of sustainable development and its relevance. 8M
b) Discuss tidal energy as a potential source of energy. 7M
2 a) Define desertification. Enumerate the main reasons of desertification, its effects and control measures. 8M
b) Elaborate on Ecological perspectives of biofuels. 7M
Unit – II :
3a) Discuss flow of energy in an ecosystem. 8M
b) India is a mega biodiversity nation. Identify the factors that substantiate the statement. 7M
4 a) Nations rich in biodiversity are the most sought after tourist places. Explain the values of biodiversity. 8M
b) Explain the process of ecological succession. 7M
Unit – III :
5a) Air is a vital and essential natural resource for all living organisms that is getting polluted. Analyze the causes, effects and controlling measures of air pollution. 7M
b) What is Rain Water Harvesting? Give the objectives and give the methods of Rain Water Harvesting with an case study. 8M
6a) Describe the sources, effects and methods for controlling thermal pollution. 7M
b) State the ill effects due to Green house Gases, acid rain, climatic changes in the atmosphere. 8M
Unit – IV :
7Write short notes on: 15M
i). Clean development mechanism
ii). Carbon Foot print
iii). Polluter pays principle
iv). Nanotechnology
8 a) What is the role of Information Technology in protecting the environment and human health? 8M
b) Explain the concept of Green Building. 7M
Unit – V :
9 a) Write a brief account on Environmental Ethics. 7M
b)Discuss the highlights of Indian Forest Conservation Act. 8M
10 a)Define Environmental Impact Assessment and explain its importance in environmental studies. 8M
b) Discuss the salient features of Environment Protection Act, 1986. 7M