Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Hyderabad
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Hyderabad B.Tech III FUNDAMENTALS OF ECOLOGY Previous Question Paper (December 2018 - R15)
Part A is compulsory (25 Marks). Part B consists of 5 Units. Answer any one full question from each unit (10 marks each).
Part A
List different types of ecosystem
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Ecosystems are primarily classified into two types: Terrestrial ecosystems (such as forests, grasslands, and deserts) and Aquatic ecosystems (such as freshwater and marine ecosystems).
List the preliminary studies for marine ecosystem.
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Preliminary studies for marine ecosystems include: 1) Mapping of physical parameters like depth, temperature, and salinity; 2) Assessment of biological diversity including phytoplankton, zooplankton, and nekton; and 3) Analysis of chemical composition and nutrient cycling patterns within the water column.
Define population dynamic.
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What is the Sardar sarovar project?
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Discuss Nitrogen cycle.
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How the energy balance maintained?
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What are the values of biodiversity?
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List the major points of endangered species Act.
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How population affect the ecosystem?
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What is meant by fresh water ecosystems?
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Part B
Discuss the necessities of preliminary ecosystem studies.
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Discuss the food chain with neat sketch.
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Describe energy recycling in nature.
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List the major output of Chipko movement.
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Discuss in detail the sulfur cycle with neat sketch.
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With neat diagram explain the energy flow in the ecosystem.
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Explain the genetic and species diversity in ecosystem.
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Discuss different acts undertaken for preservation of endanger species.
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Mention different types of water pollution and causes.
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Discuss in detail the environmental laws dealing with protection of ecosystem.
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