Environmental Impact Assessment Question Paper
Environmental Impact Assessment
Course:Bachelor Of Science In Environmental Science
Institution: Maseno University question papers
Exam Year:2011
INSTRUCTIONS
Answer question ONE and ANY other TWO questions. Question ONE carries 30 marks while the other questions carry 20 marks each. illustrate your answers where necessary.
QUESTION ONE
(a) Explain in detail the concept of environmental impact assessment (EIA). (10 marks)
(b) Explain the basic differences between the three environmental management tools, namely
EIA, environmental audit and environmental monitoring. (6 marks)
(c) Examine how cost/benefit analysis helps in decision making in developmental projects.
(10 marks)
(d) Outline advantages and disadvantages of matrix method in EIA. (4 marks)
QUESTION TWO (20 marks)
Discuss the role, methods and need for public involvement in EIA process
QUESTION THREE
The need for, types of and procedure to be used in the collection of baseline data are
often parameter, site and project-specific. Examine
a) Factors that influence data required for EIA. ( 8 marks)
b)Types of baseline data. ( 6 marks)
c)Characteristics of baseline data that may be considered to carry out an EIA.
( 6 marks)
QUESTION FOUR ( 20 marks)
The assessment of impacts can be considered as "a process within a process"
Discuss the practical application of this statement
QUESTION FIVE ( 20 marks)
Examine the principles of EIA good practice illustrating their practical application.
QUESTION SIX ( 20 marks)
Explain in detail what is meant by mitigation measures and the role it plays in EIA.
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