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Summary of EnvironmEntal StudiES - SEmEStEr 1

Unit I: Ecosystem, Biodiversity, and Natural Resources


1. Ecosystem:
- Definition: A system consisting of biotic (living) and abiotic (non-living) components interacting with
each other.
- Components: Abiotic (air, water, soil, sunlight) and biotic (producers, consumers, decomposers).
- Functions: Energy flow through food chains and webs; nutrient cycling.

2. Ecological Pyramid:
- Represents trophic levels (producers, primary consumers, secondary consumers, decomposers) in
terms of energy, biomass, or number.

3. Biodiversity:
- Definition: The variety of life forms on Earth, including genetic, species, and ecosystem diversity.
- Levels: Genetic, Species, and Ecosystem diversity.
- Threats: Habitat destruction, pollution, climate change, poaching.
- Conservation: In-situ (e.g., National Parks) and Ex-situ (e.g., Zoos).

4. Natural Resources:
- Renewable Resources: Can replenish (e.g., solar energy, water).
- Non-Renewable Resources: Finite (e.g., coal, oil).
- Conservation: Rainwater harvesting, watershed management.

Unit II: Environmental Pollution, Global Issues, and Legislation


1. Environmental Pollution:
- Air Pollution: Causes (industrial emissions, vehicles), effects (global warming, respiratory issues),
control (use of filters, green fuels).
- Water Pollution: Causes (sewage, industrial waste), effects (health hazards), control (waste
treatment).
- Solid Waste Management: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle; proper disposal.

2. Global Issues:
- Global Warming: Increase in Earth's temperature due to greenhouse gases. Effects: Rising sea levels,
climate change.
- Ozone Layer Depletion: Caused by CFCs. Effects: Increased UV radiation, skin cancer.
- Disaster Management: Floods (causes: heavy rainfall), Earthquakes, Cyclones.

3. Environmental Legislation:
- Wildlife Protection Act (1972): Protects endangered species.
- Forest Conservation Act (1980): Prevents deforestation.
- Water Prevention and Control Act (1974): Controls water pollution.
- Air Prevention and Control Act (1981): Prevents air pollution.

4. Role of IT in Environment and Human Health:


- GIS for mapping resources, monitoring pollution levels, raising awareness.

5. Human Rights:
- Protecting basic human needs like clean air and water.
- Women and child welfare initiatives.

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