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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