Urban Environmental Issues
Geography ⇒ Environmental Geography
Urban Environmental Issues starts at 8 and continues till grade 12.
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Define 'e-waste' and mention one environmental hazard associated with it.
Describe the impact of urbanization on local climate.
Describe two impacts of noise pollution in urban areas.
Explain how improper solid waste disposal can lead to water pollution in cities.
Explain how urban planning can help address environmental issues in cities.
Explain the concept of 'urban heat island' and its causes.
Explain the role of public transport in reducing urban environmental issues.
Explain the term 'slum' and mention one environmental issue associated with slums in Indian cities.
List any two measures to reduce vehicular pollution in cities.
Name any two diseases caused by contaminated water in urban areas.
Name one act or law in India that addresses urban environmental issues.
Name one government initiative aimed at improving urban sanitation in India.
Name one urban environmental issue that is aggravated by climate change.
State one reason why green spaces are important in urban areas.
State one reason why informal settlements (slums) are more vulnerable to environmental hazards.
State one reason why urban areas face more water scarcity than rural areas.
State one way in which urbanization affects biodiversity.
State two major sources of water pollution in Indian cities.
