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Environment

NIOS · Class 10 · Home Science

Flashcards for Environment — NIOS Class 10 Home Science. Quick Q&A cards covering key concepts, definitions, and formulas.

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Card 1Definition of pollution

What is pollution?

Answer

Pollution is the addition of any substance to the environment in excess of what is normally present, making the environment impure.

Card 2Definition of pollutant

What is a pollutant?

Answer

A pollutant is a substance or constituent in the wrong amount, at the wrong place, or at the wrong time. It harms the environment and living beings.

Card 3Types of pollution

How is pollution classified?

Answer

Pollution is classified into air pollution, water pollution, soil pollution, and noise pollution.

Card 4Air composition and life

Why is oxygen important in air?

Answer

Oxygen is the most important component of air. Humans and animals breathe in oxygen and breathe out carbon dioxide. Plants take in carbon dioxide and give out oxygen during the day.

Card 5Effects of air pollution on plants

Why does air pollution harm plants?

Answer

Air pollution blocks the pores of leaves and restricts plant respiration. It also reduces sunlight for food making, so food production decreases.

Card 6Air pollution and health

Why do smoke and dust make breathing difficult?

Answer

Smoke and dust are air pollutants. They irritate the respiratory system and can lead to bronchitis and asthma.

Card 7Air pollution and smog

What is smog?

Answer

Smog is formed when smoke and dust mix with fog. It reduces visibility and can cause accidents.

Card 8Air pollution case study

What happened to Simran in the air pollution case study?

Answer

Simran had chronic cold and cough for one year and suffered from bronchial asthma due to smoke and dust. Her health improved after shifting to a cleaner environment.

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What are the important topics in Environment for NIOS Class 10 Home Science?
Key topics in Environment include Flowchart showing decision tree for evaluating pollution control measures, Mind map for structuring personal environmental resolution with actions, methods, motivations, and support, Types of Pollution and Their Sources. These are the concepts NIOS Class 10 examiners draw on most — study them first, then practise related questions.
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Understand the core concepts first, then work through the 44 practice questions available for this chapter. Revise formulas and definitions regularly, and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.
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