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ES-401 · Energy & Environmental Engineering/Unsolved PYQ Paper

ES-401 Energy & Environmental Engineering - Jun 2024 Question Paper

  1. 7 Marks
    aExplain the concept of energy sustainability and its relationship with the environment.
  2. 7 Marks
    bDiscuss the importance of adopting sustainable energy systems for mitigating environmental impacts.
  3. 14 Marks
    Provide an overview of fossil fuels including coal, oil, and oil-bearing shale and sands. With their historical significance, current usage, and potential future trends.
  4. 14 Marks
    Evaluate the environmental trade-offs associated with energy system a) fossil fuels b) biomass c) wind. Discuss the key sustainability challenges and benefits of each energy source.
  5. 7 Marks
    aDefine the concept of an ecosystem and explain its significance in ecology.
  6. 7 Marks
    bDiscuss the interrelationships between biotic and abiotic components within an ecosystem.
  7. 7 Marks
    aDescribe the structure and function of ecosystems, highlighting the roles of producers, consumers, and decomposers in nutrient cycling and energy flow.
  8. 7 Marks
    bDiscuss the processes involved in the transfer of energy from producers to consumers and the role of trophic levels in shaping ecosystem structure.
  9. 7 Marks
    aDefine genetic, species, and ecosystem diversity and discuss their importance in maintaining ecological balance.
  10. 7 Marks
    bDescribe the bio-geographical classification of India and explain its significance in understanding the distribution of biodiversity within the country.
  11. 7 Marks
    aExplore the causes, effects, and control measures of urban and industrial wastes in solid waste management.
  12. 7 Marks
    bExamine pollution case studies to illustrate real-world examples of environmental pollution incidents and their consequences.
  13. 7 Marks
    aDiscuss the role of individual actions in preventing pollution and promoting sustainable waste management practices.
  14. 7 Marks
    bDiscuss India's status as a mega-diversity nation and identify its biodiversity hotspots.
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