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Ensc 00100: Introduction To Environmental Science Question Paper

Ensc 00100: Introduction To Environmental Science

Course:Certificate In Environmental Science

Institution: Chuka University question papers

Exam Year:2013

CHUKA

UNIVERSITY

UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS
FIRST YEAR EXAMINATIONS FOR THE AWARD OF CERTIFICATE IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
ENSC 00100: INTRODUCTION TO ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
STREAMS: ANHE YISI TIME: 2 HOURS
DAY/DATE: THURSDAY 25/4/2013 8.30 AM – 10.30 AM
INSTRUCTIONS:
This paper consists of two sections A and B. Answer all questions in section A and any two questions in section B.

Section A (30 Marks)

1. (a) Define the term environment. [1 Mark]

(b) Differentiate between renewable and non-renewable resources. [4 Marks]

2. (a) Explain why there are conflicts over water in Kenya. [2 Marks]

(b) Outline three impacts of dam construction in down stream environment.
[5 Marks]

3. Outline five environmental impacts of mineral extraction to the environment. [5 Marks]

4. Explain briefly how deforestation relates to global warming. [5 Marks]

5. Compare traditional and modern agriculture in relation to their impacts to environment.
[5 Marks]

6. (a) Explain how eutrophication and land subsidence occurs. [4 Marks]

(b) How can each of the above be controlled? [1 Mark]

Section B: Answer any two questions in this section.

7. Explain the social environmental issues arising from the following areas. [20 Marks]

(a) Forests
(b) Water
(c) Industries
(d) Mining.

8. Write an essay on environmental health. [20 Marks]

9. Discuss the concepts of environmental management. [20 Marks]

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Ensc 00100: Introduction To Environmental Science Question Paper

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