Impact of global warming on coral life system
QUES . Assess the impact of global warming on coral life system with examples. UPSC 2019 G S MAINS PAPER 1 HINTS: Climate change is the greatest…
Consequences of spreading of ‘Dead Zones’ on marine ecosystem
QUES . What are the consequences of spreading of ‘Dead Zones’ on marine ecosystem? HINTS: Dead zones are areas in the ocean or other bodies of water…
Landslides in the Himalayan region
QUES . Landslide is a major problem in the Himalayan region. Discuss its causes and mitigation measures. HINTS: Must read: High-altitude environmental hazards There are two regions…
Ecosystem services of Himalayas are essential for Highland-Lowland sustainability in Asia
QUES . Describe how ecosystem services of the Himalayas are essential for Highland-Lowland sustainability in Asia. HINTS: The ecosystem of the Himalayas is fragile and diverse. West…
Causes and consequences of sea-level changes
QUES . Describe the causes and consequences of sea-level changes. HINTS: Sea-level changes: Rising or lowering of sea level for a longer period[ not like tides] is…
Hazards associated with the rising sea-surface temperature
QUES . Discuss the hazards associated with the rising sea-surface temperature. HINTS: The sea-surface temperature of the ocean varies with latitude. In general, the warmest water is…
Does ozone hole leads to global cooling?
Role of Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) in global warming and ozone-hole formation Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) play a role in both global warming and ozone-hole formation. In the troposphere, chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs)…
Stages of ecological adaptation of man
QUES . Explain the different stages of ecological adaptation of man and bring out the changing balance between man and environment. HINTS: The ecological adaptation of humans…
Ecological significance of Tropical Rainforest Biome
QUES . Bring out the ecological significance of Tropical Rainforest Biome. HINTS: There are two types of rainforests, tropical and temperate. Tropical rainforests are found closer to…
Characteristics of ecological succession
QUES . Explain the characteristics of ecological succession. HINTS: Ecological succession is the process by which an ecosystem undergoes predictable and orderly changes in its composition and…