Urban Environmental Issues
Geography ⇒ Environmental Geography
Urban Environmental Issues starts at 8 and continues till grade 12.
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Describe how urbanisation affects biodiversity.
Describe one way in which urban flooding can be prevented.
Describe two ways in which urbanisation can lead to water scarcity.
Explain how improper waste management can affect urban environments.
Explain how slums contribute to urban environmental issues.
Explain the impact of vehicular emissions on urban air quality.
Explain the importance of public awareness in solving urban environmental issues.
Explain the term 'sustainable city'.
Which Indian city is often cited as one of the most polluted cities in the world? (1) Mumbai (2) Delhi (3) Chennai (4) Kolkata
Which of the following is a biodegradable waste? (1) Plastic bags (2) Vegetable peels (3) Glass bottles (4) Aluminium cans
Which of the following is a direct result of the loss of green spaces in cities? (1) Increased biodiversity (2) Reduced air pollution (3) Urban heat island effect (4) More rainfall
Which of the following is a health hazard caused by improper disposal of electronic waste? (1) Skin diseases (2) Respiratory problems (3) Both (1) and (2) (4) None of these
Fill in the blank: ______ is the process of treating wastewater to make it safe for reuse or discharge.
Fill in the blank: ______ is the term used for the contamination of the environment by substances that are harmful to living beings.
Fill in the blank: The ______ effect refers to the higher temperature in urban areas compared to their rural surroundings.
Fill in the blank: The ______ is responsible for the implementation of environmental laws in India.
State True or False: Open dumping of solid waste is a safe method of waste disposal in urban areas.
State True or False: Planting more trees in cities can help reduce the urban heat island effect.
State True or False: The use of CNG (Compressed Natural Gas) in vehicles helps reduce air pollution in cities.
True or False: Urbanisation always leads to an improvement in environmental quality.
