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What are the 4 main domains of environment?
Lithosphere, Hydrosphere, Atmosphere and Biosphere
What domain protects us from the harmful rays and scorching heat of the sun?
Atmosphere
True or False:
The thin layer of soil is known as atmosphere.
False
The system in which all living organisms interact with each other and its surrounding environment.
Ecosystem
What are the main uses of Lithosphere?
It provides us forests, grasslands for grazing, land for agriculture, and human settlements.
The people who travelled from one place to another are called __________.
Wanderers
When is Environmental Day celebrated on?
June 5th of every year
Animals and plants that are at risk of extinction due to factors like habitat loss, pollution, etc. is called what?
Endangered species
What are the components of environment?
There are 3 components: Natural, Human, and Man-made
Often plants and animals are also __________ on each other.
Interdependent
Earth's environment faces a threat due to what activities?
Industrialization and Deforestation
True or false:
The power harnessed from the sun's rays, which can be converted into electricity is known as solar energy
True
Trade in which goods are exchanged without the use of money.
Barter System
What are the main Greenhouse gases?
CO2, CH4, N2O and fluorinated gases
The process by which natural habitats are rendered unable to support the species present, often by harmful activities is called___________.
Habitat destruction
____________ generates electricity by using the energy of flowing water to turn turbines, which then drive generators.
Hydropower
Give a few examples of natural energy.
Solar, Wind and Hydro power
Which language did the word 'Environment' originate from and what is its meaning
Environer- Meaning "neighborhood"
The domain where land, air, and water interacts and be responsible for the survival of the living beings is known as the ____________.
Biosphere
What are some examples of pollinators?
Bees, Butterflies and Birds.