Scribd
Upload
23 views9 pages

Assiment No 4

Uploaded by

Rohan Kokatare
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.
Available Formats
Download as PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd
23 views9 pages

Assiment No 4

Uploaded by

Rohan Kokatare
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.
Available Formats
Download as PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd
You are on page 1/ 9

Assignment 4

Program Code: AO Semester:5th


Subject: Est (22447) Roll no:
Name:
…………………………………………………………………………………..

1.The particulate matter suspended in air


a) Dust
b) Pollen
c) Liquid droplets
d) All of the above

2.Settling chambers collecting dust of size


a) > 10mu*m
b) < 10mu*m
c) = 10mu*m
d) None of the abovet

3.Gaseous pollutants are controlled by


a) Absorption
b) Adsorption
c) Cumbustion
d) All of the above

4.The permissible range of PM 10 for residential area is


a) 60 - 100
b) 70 - 100
c) 80 - 100
d) 90 - 100

5.The permissible range of PM 2.5 for residential area is


a) 30 - 60
b) 40-60
c) 50-60
d) 60-70
6.___is a process where gases, vapors or liquids are concentrated on a solid surface
a) Absorption
b) Adsorption
c) Cumbustion
d) All of the above
7.The World Health Organization (WHO) defines noise above noise pollution. (dB) as
a) 45 decibels
b) 55 decibels
c) 65 decibels
d) 75 decibels

8.Which of the following is not a physiological effect on human beings?


a) Rise in blood pressure
b) Reduction in vision
c) Heart pain
d) damage nerve system

9.Artificial sources of noise pollution are....


a) Thunder
b) Land slides
c) Earth quake
d) None of the above

10.Which of the following is not a solid waste?


a) Rubber
b) cloth
c) wastewater
d) paper

11.High level radioactive waste can be managed in which of the following ways?
a) Open dumping
b) Incineration
c) Composting
d) Deep burial

12.Which of the following is a biodegradable waste?


a) Plastic
b) Polythene
c) Glass
e) None of the above

13.Biomedical waste may be disposed of by?

a) Incineration
b) Autoclaving
c) Landfilling
d) Both a) and b)
14.Which of the following is a biodegradable organic chemical/substance?
a) Plastic
b) Oil
c) Pesticide
d) Garbage

15.Which one the following is not biodegradable?


a) Vegetable waste
b) Fruit waste
c) Leaves
d) Aluminium foil

16.Which of the following is not a Municipal solid waste?


a)Market waste
b)Agriculture waste
c)Domestic waste
d)Commercial waste

17.Municipal solid waste includes...


a) Domestic waste
b) Commercial waste
c) Institutional waste
d) All of the above

18.The highest heating valve is of:


a) Garbage
b) Rubbish
c) Hospital waste
d) Industrial waste

19.What is the primary source of water pollution?


A) Agricultural runoff
B) Industrial waste
C) Urban runoff
D) All of the above

20.Which of the following is a common pollutant found in water bodies?


A) Oxygen
B) Nitrogen
C) Heavy metals
D) Carbon dioxide
21.What is the process called when harmful substances accumulate in water bodies?
A) Eutrophication
B) Biomagnification
C) Sedimentation
D) Filtration

22.Which of the following is a consequence of water pollution?


A) Increased biodiversity
B) Harm to aquatic life
C) Improved water quality
D) None of the above

23..What is the primary purpose of wastewater treatment plants?


A) To create energy
B) To purify water before releasing it into the environment
C) To store excess water
D) To monitor water temperature

24.Which chemical is commonly associated with agricultural runoff and can lead to
algal blooms? A) Phosphates
B) Sulfates
C) Nitrates
D) Both A and C

25.Which organization is primarily responsible for regulating water quality in the


United States?
A) Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
B) Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
C) Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
D) Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

26.What is a potential health risk associated with drinking contaminated water?


A) Improved digestion
B) Waterborne diseases
C) Enhanced immunity
D) Increased energy levels

27.Which of the following practices can help reduce water pollution?


A) Using biodegradable products
B) Disposing of chemicals improperly
C) Ignoring local pollution laws
D) Increasing plastic use
28.What is the term for the introduction of harmful substances into water bodies?
A) Water conservation
B) Water treatment
C) Water contamination
D) Water filtration

29.What is wastewater?
A) Water that is free of contaminants
B) Water that has been used and contains waste products
C) Water from natural sources
D) Rainwater

30.Which of the following is a common source of wastewater?


A) Residential homes
B) Industries
C) Agricultural activities
D) All of the above

31.What is the main goal of wastewater treatment?


A) To eliminate all water
B) To convert wastewater into clean water
C) To store wastewater
D) To increase water temperature
32.Which process is commonly used in the primary treatment of wastewater?
A) Filtration
B) Chemical treatment
C) Sedimentation
D) Biological treatment

33.What is the purpose of secondary treatment in wastewater treatment?


A) To remove solids
B) To remove dissolved organic matter
C) To kill pathogens
D) To improve water color

34.Which of the following methods is NOT typically used in wastewater treatment?


A) Activated sludge process
B) Chlorination
C) Incineration
D) UV disinfection
35.What byproduct is often produced during the treatment of wastewater?
A) Clean water
B) Sludge
C) Natural gas
D) Steam

36.Which agency in the United States oversees wastewater management and


regulations?
A) Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
B) Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
C) National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)
D) Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

37.What is a common use for treated wastewater?


A) Drinking water
B) Agricultural irrigation
C) Industrial processes
D) Both B and C

38.What term describes the unwanted materials removed during wastewater treatment?
A) Effluent
B) Influent
C) Sludge
D) Biowaste
39.What is the primary cause of air pollution in urban areas?
A) Industrial emissions
B) Vehicle exhaust
C) Household products
D) Natural disasters

40.Which of the following is considered a greenhouse gas?


A) Nitrogen
B) Oxygen
C) Carbon dioxide
D) Argon

41.What is smog primarily composed of?


A) Water vapor
B) Smoke and fog
C) Carbon monoxide
D) Ozone
42.Which pollutant is commonly associated with respiratory problems and is a result of
burning fossil fuels?
A) Ozone
B) Sulfur dioxide
C) Nitrogen dioxide
D) All of the above

43.What is the purpose of the Clean Air Act?


A) To regulate water quality
B) To control air pollution
C) To manage waste disposal
D) To promote renewable energy

44.Which of the following can help reduce air pollution?


A) Using public transportation
B) Burning more fossil fuels
C) Increasing industrial production
D) Using non-recyclable materials

45.What is a common source of indoor air pollution?


A) Vehicle emissions
B) Cigarette smoke
C) Agricultural runoff
D) None of the above

46.What is particulate matter (PM)?


A) A type of gas
B) Solid or liquid particles suspended in air
C) A measure of humidity
D) A natural mineral

47.Which agency in the United States is responsible for regulating air quality?
A) Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
B) Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
C) Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) D) National Oceanic and
Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)

48.What is acid rain caused by?


A) High humidity levels
B) The reaction of water with sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxides in the atmosphere
C) Natural volcanic activity
D) Overuse of fertilizers
49. What is biomedical waste?

a) Waste generated from chemical industries


b) Waste generated from biological and medical activities
c) Waste generated from construction sites
d) Waste generated from mining activities

50. Which color-coded bin is used for the disposal of sharps, such as needles and
syringes, in most biomedical waste management systems?

a) Red
b) Blue
c) Yellow
d) White (or translucent)

51. What type of biomedical waste can be disposed of in yellow bags?

a) Infectious waste and body parts


b) Paper and packaging material
c) Recyclable plastics
d) Electronic waste

52. Which of the following diseases can spread due to improper disposal of biomedical
waste?

a) Malaria
b) Typhoid
c) Hepatitis and HIV
d) Diabetes

53. What is the most recommended method for treating infectious biomedical waste?

a) Incineration

b) Composting
c) Landfilling without treatment
d) Recycling

You might also like