Environmental Education and Sustainability (314301) Unit 4 Set 1

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Unit – IV Environmental Pollution

4.1 Definition of pollution, types- Natural & Artificial (Man- made)
4.2 Soil / Land Pollution – Need of preservation of soil resource, Causes and effects on environment and lives, preventive measures, Soil conservation
4.3 Water Pollution – sources of water pollution, effects on environment and lives, preventive measures, BIS water quality standards for domestic potable water, water conservation
4.4 Air pollution – Causes, effects, prevention, CPCB norms of ambient air quality in residential area
4.5 Noise pollution – Sources, effects, prevention, noise levels at various zones of the city
4.6 Pollution Control Boards at Central and State Government level: Norms, Roles and Responsibilities

SET 1

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#1. What is the definition of pollution?

A) The introduction of harmful substances into the environment

B) The increase of biodiversity in a region

C) The decrease in temperature due to human activities

D) The process of recycling waste materials

#2. Which of the following is NOT a type of pollution?

A) Air pollution

B) Water pollution

C) Noise pollution

D) Photosynthesis

#3. Which of the following is a man-made (artificial) source of pollution?

A) Volcanic eruption

B) Industrial emissions

C) Forest fires

D) Ocean currents

#4. Which type of pollution results from natural events like forest fires and volcanic eruptions?

A) Artificial pollution

B) Noise pollution

C) Natural pollution

D) Water pollution

#5. What is the primary cause of artificial (man-made) pollution?

A) Solar radiation

B) Human activities such as industrial processes and transportation

C) Natural disasters

D) Animal behavior

#6. Which of the following is an example of natural pollution?

A) Plastic waste in the ocean

B) Smoke from a wildfire

C) Sewage contamination

D) Exhaust fumes from cars

#7. Which of the following is a major type of artificial pollution caused by human activities?

A) Noise pollution

B) Oxygen depletion

C) Carbon dioxide removal

D) Increased photosynthesis

#8. Which of the following is a consequence of air pollution?

A) Increase in crop yield

B) Damage to the ozone layer

C) Decrease in ocean water temperature

D) Increase in global biodiversity

#9. Natural sources of water pollution include:

A) Oil spills

B) Heavy metals from factories

C) Algal blooms caused by excessive nutrients in water

D) Oil and chemical waste from ships

#10. Which of the following is an artificial (man-made) source of soil pollution?

A) Earthquake-induced landslides

B) Agricultural runoff containing pesticides and fertilizers

C) Natural soil erosion

D) Soil nutrients from decaying plant matter

#11. What is the primary cause of soil pollution?

A) Overgrazing

B) Deforestation

C) Human activities like industrial waste disposal and use of pesticides

D) Natural disasters

#12. Which of the following is a preventive measure to reduce soil pollution?

A) Overuse of chemical fertilizers

B) Crop rotation

C) Continuous monoculture

D) Deforestation

#13. Which of these human activities leads to land degradation?

A) Proper irrigation practices

B) Overgrazing by livestock

C) Sustainable farming

D) Afforestation

#14. What is soil conservation?

A) Preventing the erosion of soil and maintaining its fertility

B) Storing soil in large containers

C) Using soil for industrial purposes

D) None of the above

#15. Which of the following is NOT a direct effect of soil pollution?

A) Contamination of crops with harmful chemicals

B) Decrease in agricultural productivity

C) Decreased levels of greenhouse gases

D) Destruction of soil organisms

#16. What is one consequence of soil erosion?

A) Improved crop growth

B) Loss of fertile topsoil

C) Increased water retention in soil

D) Increased biodiversity in soil

#17. Why is soil preservation important?

A) To reduce the amount of water in the soil

B) To increase soil productivity and prevent desertification

C) To increase the population of pests

D) To reduce the need for irrigation

#18. Which of the following practices is most effective in preventing soil erosion?

A) Deforestation

B) Terracing

C) Continuous use of chemical fertilizers

D) Burning of crop residues

#19. Which of these is a major cause of soil pollution?

A) Use of organic fertilizers

B) Industrial waste dumping

C) Rainwater harvesting

D) Crop rotation

#20. What is the role of organic farming in soil preservation?

A) It increases the use of chemical pesticides.

B) It helps maintain soil structure and fertility by using natural fertilizers.

C) It encourages deforestation.

D) It decreases biodiversity in the soil.

#21. Which of the following is an example of soil conservation?

A) Planting trees on barren land

B) Using monoculture crops

C) Deforestation

D) Overgrazing by animals

#22. How does the excessive use of chemical fertilizers affect the soil?

A) Increases soil organic matter

B) Reduces soil fertility over time

C) Improves the structure of the soil

D) Enhances the growth of soil organisms

#23. What is the main effect of soil pollution on the environment?

A) Increase in biodiversity

B) Decrease in the fertility of soil

C) Increase in soil organic matter

D) Stabilization of water cycle

#24. Which of the following is a benefit of afforestation in soil conservation?

A) It increases soil erosion

B) It helps restore soil fertility and prevent erosion

C) It reduces the fertility of the soil

D) It causes the desertification of soil

#25. What is the effect of soil pollution on human health?

A) Improved nutrition from crops

B) Contamination of food and water sources with toxic substances

C) Increased availability of water resources

D) Increased crop yields and healthier food

#26. What is the main source of water pollution?

a) Industrial waste

b) Household waste

c) Agricultural runoff

d) All of the above

#27. Which of the following is considered a major point source of water pollution?

a) Runoff from agricultural fields

b) Discharge from factories

c) Pollution from urban areas

d) Oil spills

#28. Which of the following diseases can be caused by polluted water?

a) Cholera

b) Malaria

c) Tuberculosis

d) Influenza

#29. Which chemical used in agriculture contributes to water pollution?

a) Fertilizers

b) Pesticides

c) Herbicides

d) All of the above

#30. What is the effect of excessive nutrients (like nitrogen and phosphorus) in water bodies?

a) Increase in water clarity

b) Eutrophication

c) Water purification

d) Reduced aquatic life

#31. What is the major consequence of water pollution for aquatic life?

a) Increased oxygen levels

b) Decreased biodiversity

c) Better growth rates

d) None of the above

#32. Which of the following is a common preventive measure for water pollution?

a) Use of biodegradable products

b) Regular cleaning of water bodies

c) Proper disposal of waste

d) All of the above

#33. Which human activity is responsible for the most water pollution in urban areas?

a) Transportation

b) Industrial activities

c) Domestic waste disposal

d) Agricultural runoff

#34. What is the main purpose of the BIS (Bureau of Indian Standards) water quality standards?

a) To regulate water usage

b) To ensure water safety and quality for drinking

c) To promote water conservation

d) To set water prices

#35. Which of the following is a common pollutant found in industrial wastewater?

a) Lead

b) Oil

c) Sulfur compounds

d) All of the above

#36. Which of the following is NOT a water conservation method?

a) Rainwater harvesting

b) Wastewater recycling

c) Use of chemical fertilizers

d) Drip irrigation

#37. What is the permissible limit of total dissolved solids (TDS) in potable water as per BIS standards?

a) 500 mg/L

b) 1000 mg/L

c) 1500 mg/L

d) 2000 mg/L

#38. Which of the following is a biological water pollutant?

a) Phosphates

b) E. coli bacteria

c) Heavy metals

d) Oil spills

#39. What does the term “eutrophication” refer to?

a) Depletion of oxygen in water

b) Enrichment of water with nutrients leading to excessive plant growth

c) Increase in fish population

d) None of the above

#40. Which of the following is a method to reduce water consumption at home?

a) Using a water-efficient washing machine

b) Running the tap while brushing teeth

c) Taking long showers

d) Using high-flow faucets

#41. Which of the following contaminants is commonly associated with groundwater pollution?

a) Nitrate

b) Mercury

c) Cyanide

d) Radioactive elements

#42. Which of the following is true about the impact of water pollution on human health?

a) It can cause skin diseases

b) It may lead to respiratory problems

c) It can result in gastrointestinal diseases

d) All of the above

#43. What is the role of sewage treatment plants (STPs) in water pollution control?

a) To purify water

b) To dispose of sewage

c) To increase water hardness

d) To add chemicals to water

#44. How does water pollution affect the food chain in aquatic ecosystems?

a) It increases the number of fish

b) It disrupts the natural balance, harming predators and prey

c) It promotes the growth of healthy aquatic plants

d) None of the above

#45. Which of the following is NOT an effect of water pollution?

a) Loss of aquatic life

b) Decreased agricultural productivity

c) Improvement in water quality

d) Increased disease transmission

#46. What is the primary cause of air pollution?

a) Industrial emissions

b) Agricultural activities

c) Vehicular emissions

d) All of the above

#47. Which of the following is a major pollutant emitted by vehicles?

a) Carbon monoxide (CO)

b) Nitrogen oxides (NOx)

c) Particulate matter (PM)

d) All of the above

#48. Which of the following is NOT a source of air pollution?

a) Forest fires

b) Fossil fuel combustion

c) Wind erosion of soil

d) Plant respiration

#49. Which of the following is the primary health effect of prolonged exposure to air pollution?

a) Hearing loss

b) Respiratory diseases

c) Skin cancer

d) Heartburn

#50. What is the main effect of sulfur dioxide (SO2) on human health?

a) It causes asthma

b) It leads to lung cancer

c) It causes eye irritation and respiratory problems

d) It leads to skin diseases

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Unit – IV Environmental Pollution

SET 1

#1. What is the definition of pollution?

#2. Which of the following is NOT a type of pollution?

#3. Which of the following is a man-made (artificial) source of pollution?

#4. Which type of pollution results from natural events like forest fires and volcanic eruptions?

#5. What is the primary cause of artificial (man-made) pollution?

#6. Which of the following is an example of natural pollution?

#7. Which of the following is a major type of artificial pollution caused by human activities?

#8. Which of the following is a consequence of air pollution?

#9. Natural sources of water pollution include:

#10. Which of the following is an artificial (man-made) source of soil pollution?

#11. What is the primary cause of soil pollution?

#12. Which of the following is a preventive measure to reduce soil pollution?

#13. Which of these human activities leads to land degradation?

#14. What is soil conservation?

#15. Which of the following is NOT a direct effect of soil pollution?

#16. What is one consequence of soil erosion?

#17. Why is soil preservation important?

#18. Which of the following practices is most effective in preventing soil erosion?

#19. Which of these is a major cause of soil pollution?

#20. What is the role of organic farming in soil preservation?

#21. Which of the following is an example of soil conservation?

#22. How does the excessive use of chemical fertilizers affect the soil?

#23. What is the main effect of soil pollution on the environment?

#24. Which of the following is a benefit of afforestation in soil conservation?

#25. What is the effect of soil pollution on human health?

#26. What is the main source of water pollution?

#27. Which of the following is considered a major point source of water pollution?

#28. Which of the following diseases can be caused by polluted water?

#29. Which chemical used in agriculture contributes to water pollution?

#30. What is the effect of excessive nutrients (like nitrogen and phosphorus) in water bodies?

#31. What is the major consequence of water pollution for aquatic life?

#32. Which of the following is a common preventive measure for water pollution?

#33. Which human activity is responsible for the most water pollution in urban areas?

#34. What is the main purpose of the BIS (Bureau of Indian Standards) water quality standards?

#35. Which of the following is a common pollutant found in industrial wastewater?

#36. Which of the following is NOT a water conservation method?

#37. What is the permissible limit of total dissolved solids (TDS) in potable water as per BIS standards?

#38. Which of the following is a biological water pollutant?

#39. What does the term “eutrophication” refer to?

#40. Which of the following is a method to reduce water consumption at home?

#41. Which of the following contaminants is commonly associated with groundwater pollution?

#42. Which of the following is true about the impact of water pollution on human health?

#43. What is the role of sewage treatment plants (STPs) in water pollution control?

#44. How does water pollution affect the food chain in aquatic ecosystems?

#45. Which of the following is NOT an effect of water pollution?

#46. What is the primary cause of air pollution?

#47. Which of the following is a major pollutant emitted by vehicles?

#48. Which of the following is NOT a source of air pollution?

#49. Which of the following is the primary health effect of prolonged exposure to air pollution?

#50. What is the main effect of sulfur dioxide (SO2) on human health?

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