Environment 2019 Flashcards
(31 cards)
Where is the Asiatic lion naturally found?
Gir National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary in India
Asiatic lions are slightly smaller than African lions.
Is the double-humped camel naturally found in India?
No
It is native to the Gobi desert and cold-desert areas across Mongolia, China, Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, and parts of Afghanistan.
Is the one-horned rhinoceros naturally found only in India?
No
It is also found in southern Nepal.
What technique is suggested to reduce global warming?
Cirrus cloud thinning and injection of sulphate aerosol into the stratosphere
Thinning cirrus clouds could cool down the Earth system by allowing more heat to escape into space.
What are pyrolysis and plasma gasification associated with?
Waste-to-energy technologies
Pyrolysis chemically decomposes organic materials at elevated temperatures without oxygen; plasma gasification converts organic matter into syngas.
Which wildlife sanctuaries are part of the Agasthyamala Biosphere Reserve?
Neyyar, Peppara, and Shendurney Wildlife Sanctuaries; and Kalakad Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve
Agasthyamala Biosphere Reserve is located in the Western Ghats of southern India.
Which of the following statements are correct about herbivorous species?
1, 2, 3 and 4
Some species of turtles, fish, marine mammals, and snakes can be herbivores or viviparous.
Which pairs of wildlife and their natural habitats are correctly matched?
1 and 3 only
Blue-finned Mahseer is found in the Cauvery River, while Rusty-spotted Cat is found in the Eastern Ghats.
Why are microbeads a concern for the environment?
They are considered harmful to marine ecosystems
Microbeads can cause plastic pollution and are ingested by wildlife, leading to toxicity in the food chain.
What is Himalayan nettle (Girardinia diversifolia) recognized for?
A sustainable source of textile fibre
It is used in traditional medicine and for making fabrics in local communities.
What is a consequence of global warming related to methane hydrate deposits?
Release of methane gas from these deposits
Methane hydrate is found in Arctic Tundra and under the seafloor, and its release could significantly impact climate change.
Which gases are released into the atmosphere due to burning of crop/biomass residue?
1, 2, 3 and 4
These include Carbon monoxide, Methane, Ozone, and Sulphur dioxide.
What is released as heat during the combustion of biomass?
The chemical energy in biomass
What are major sources of Carbon Dioxide (CO2) from biomass burning?
- Carbon Monoxide (CO)
- Methane (CH4)
- Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC)
- Nitrogen Oxides (NOX)
What pollutants are released from burning rice crop residue?
- Suspended Particulate Matter
- SO2
- NO2
- O3
In India, the use of carbofuran, methyl parathion, phorate and triazophos is viewed with apprehension as they are used as _______.
[pesticides in agriculture]
What action did the Kerala Agriculture Department take in May 2019 regarding toxic pesticides?
Ordered a ban on the use of various toxic pesticides
What alternatives were suggested by the Kerala Agriculture University for banned pesticides?
- Acephate
- Carbaryl
- Dimethoate
- Flubendiamide
Under the Ramsar Convention, is it mandatory for the Government of India to protect all wetlands?
False
What are the Wetlands (Conservation and Management) Rules, 2010 based on?
Not framed on the basis of recommendation of Ramsar Convention
What do the Wetlands (Conservation and Management) Rules, 2010 encompass?
Drainage area or catchment regions of wetlands
Which statement is correct regarding nitrogen oxides and ammonia emissions?
Agricultural soils release nitrogen oxides into the environment
Which industries contribute to ammonia and reactive nitrogen emissions?
- Cattle
- Poultry industry
What is common to the places known as Aliyar, Isapur, and Kangsabati?
Water reservoirs
