Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Hyderabad
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Hyderabad B.Tech III FUNDAMENTALS OF ECOLOGY Previous Question Paper (April - 2018 - R15)
Note: This question paper contains two parts A and B. Part A is compulsory which carries 25 marks. Answer all questions in Part A. Part B consists of 5 Units. Answer any one full question from each unit. Each question carries 10 marks and may have a, b, c as sub questions.
Part A
What is an ecosystem?
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An ecosystem is a functional unit of nature where living organisms (biotic community) interact with their physical environment (abiotic components) to exchange energy and cycle nutrients.
List the functions of ecosystem.
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- Energy flow through trophic levels.
- Nutrient cycling (biogeochemical cycles).
- Ecological succession and development.
- Regulation of biological and environmental processes.
Define urban sprawl.
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What are the basic functions of Sardar sarovar project?
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Discus Nitrogen cycle.
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How the energy balance maintained?
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Differentiate endangered and vulnerable species.
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Discus genetic biodiversity.
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Discus marine ecosystem.
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What are the sources of pollution?
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Part B
Describe in detail about the structure and function of Ecosystem.
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Discuss in detail about aquatic ecosystem.
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Describe different concepts of smart city building with reference to green energy.
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Discuss Chipko movement in detail.
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Discuss the carbon cycle with neat sketch.
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With neat diagram explain the energy flow in the ecosystem.
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Mention the causes of biodiversity losses and factors responsible.
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What are the bases of endangered species classification? Discuss.
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Mention different types of pollution and their adverse effects.
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In detail explain the various measures taken by MoWR and GJ for Ganaga developement.
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