Environment
What is the Environment?
All of the living thing and non-living things that make up the Earth. It is our shared home and the natural space where we live, learn, and play.
What is the main source of heat and light for living beings?
The Sun
What is the main source of heat/life for living things?
The sun.
What states is Maya from?
Colorado and New York.
What is a habitat?
A habitat is a plant/animals home.
Why do animals need heat and light?
Animals need heat and light energy for the growth and development of the body, to keep the body warm, to hatch the baby from the eggs, etc. Light also helps in seeing things, finding food and shelter, avoiding traps, etc.
Why do plants need heat and light?
Plants make food in the presence of sunlight. Heat is required for the growth of a plant, flowering, fruiting, seed maturation, and removal of excess water from leaves.
How long is Maya teaching at Swet Baraha?
Two years
What are the four essentials of a habitat?
1. Food 2. Water 3. Shelter 4. Space
Why do humans need heat and light? What do we use it for?
Humans need heat energy to keep their body warm for reproduction.
Sunlight helps to remove darkness and make a space bright.
Heat/light helps us dry wet clothes, cook, dry grains, produce vitamin D in the body, etc.
What is photosynthesis? What is the formula for it?
Photosynthesis is how plants make their own food using sunlight, water, and air.
Sunlight + Water + Air = Plant Food
How old is Maya?
23
What are the 2 parts of an ecosystem called?
Living and non-living things (Biotic and Abiotic Factors).
In adverse weather, animals move to..............places from their habitat.
Favourable.
What is chlorophyll? What does it do?
Chlorophyll is the green stuff inside leaves. It helps plants catch sunlight and make food.
What subject does Maya teach?
Environmental Science.
Give 1 example of Biotic Factor and 1 example of Abiotic Factor.
Biotic: Cow, Abiotic: Sun
Do chicks need light to hatch their chicks from eggs?
Yes.
What is the main reason for plants not growing properly in the winter?
Lack of heat and light required by plants.
Why should we protect our environment?
We protect the environment so we can keep our planet beautiful and healthy! A clean environment gives us fresh air to breathe, safe water to drink, and delicious food to eat. It is also the special home for all the animals and plants we love.