Urban Environmental Issues
Geography ⇒ Environmental Geography
Urban Environmental Issues starts at 8 and continues till grade 12.
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Describe the impact of urbanisation on local climate.
Describe the impact of urbanisation on natural vegetation.
Discuss the challenges of waste segregation in Indian cities.
Discuss the role of green spaces in urban areas.
Explain how slum development contributes to urban environmental issues.
Explain how vehicular emissions contribute to urban air pollution.
Explain the main causes of air pollution in Indian cities.
Explain the role of public awareness in solving urban environmental issues.
Which of the following is a benefit of urban green roofs? (1) Increased energy consumption (2) Reduced stormwater runoff (3) Higher air pollution (4) Loss of biodiversity
Which of the following is a consequence of improper solid waste management in urban areas? (1) Water contamination (2) Increased green cover (3) Improved air quality (4) Reduced noise pollution
Which of the following is a direct result of poor urban planning? (1) Efficient transport (2) Urban flooding (3) Clean air (4) Abundant green spaces
Which of the following is a health effect of air pollution? (1) Asthma (2) Improved eyesight (3) Stronger bones (4) Faster healing
Fill in the blank: The contamination of soil in urban areas due to hazardous waste is called __________ pollution.
Fill in the blank: The excessive and unwanted sound in urban areas is known as __________ pollution.
Fill in the blank: The excessive presence of harmful substances in the air, water, or soil of urban areas is called __________.
Fill in the blank: The government body responsible for urban planning in Indian cities is called the __________.
True or False: Planting more trees in cities can help reduce the urban heat island effect.
True or False: Urban areas generate less waste per capita than rural areas.
True or False: Urban heat island effect refers to higher temperatures in urban areas compared to surrounding rural areas.
True or False: Urbanisation always leads to an improvement in environmental quality.
