scope of environment science
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Ecology and Scope of Ecological Studies:
Ecology is that part of environmental studies in which we study about organisms, plants and animals and their relationship or interdependence on other living and non living environment.
The term ‘Ecology’ is derived from Greek word ‘Oekologue’ which is composed of two words:
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(a) ‘Oekos’ means surrounding
(b) ‘Logs’ means study on a whole ecology means ‘Study of surrounding’
The scope of ecological study includes:
1. It deals with the study of flow of energy and materials in the environment.
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2. It deals with the study of nature and its function.
3. It deals with the exchange of various materials between the biotic and abiotic components of environment. E.g., Biogeochemical cycles.
Meaning Of Environmental Studies:
Environmental studies are the scientific study of the environmental system and the status of its inherent or induced changes on organisms. It includes not only the study of physical and biological characters of the environment but also the social and cultural factors and the impact of man on environment.
Objectives and Guiding Principles of Environmental Studies:
According to UNESCO (1971), the objectives of environmental studies are:
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(a) Creating the awareness about environmental problems among people.
(b) Imparting basic knowledge about the environment and its allied problems.
(c) Developing an attitude of concern for the environment.
(d) Motivating public to participate in environment protection and environment improvement.
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(e) Acquiring skills to help the concerned individuals in identifying and solving environmental problems.
(f) Striving to attain harmony with Nature.
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