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Ensc 102: Introduction To Physical Environment Question Paper

Ensc 102: Introduction To Physical Environment

Course:Bachelor Of Environmental Science

Institution: Chuka University question papers

Exam Year:2013

CHUKA

UNIVERSITY

UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS

FIRST YEAR EXAMINATION FOR THE AWARD OF DEGREE OF
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE)

ENSC 102: INTRODUCTION TO PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT

STREAMS: BSc. ENSC Y1S2 TIME: 2 HOURS

DAY/DATE: TUESDAY 13/8/2013 2.30 P.M – 4.30 P.M.
INSTRUCTIONS:

SECTION A: (30 MARKS) ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS

1. Define the following terms: [4 marks]

(a) Denudation
(b) Plutons
(c) Exchange pools
(d) Infiltration

2. Write short notes on

(a) Pressure release [3 marks]
(b) Glacial erosion [3 marks]
(c) Driving forces of the wind [4 marks]

3. List the conditions key to the formation of cyclones. [3 marks]

4. Briefly discuss the role of the ocean conveyor belt? [3 marks]

5. List the factors that influence the world’s climate. [4 marks]

6. Describe the internal structure of the earth. [6 marks]

SECTION B: (40 MARKS) ANSWER ANY TWO QUESTIONS

7. Discuss the processes of chemical weathering. [20 marks]

8. Discuss the processes involved in the transfer and transformation of carbon in the environment. [20 marks]

9. Discuss how desert flora and fauna are able to survive in their environment.
[20 marks]

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