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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