Telangana Board Class 10 Environmental Education — Chapter Summary

Global warming is the rise in Earth's temperature caused mainly by the increase of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. These gases trap radiation and prevent heat from leaving the Earth's surface, so the planet becomes warmer than normal. Common greenhouse gases include carbondioxide, nitrogen dioxi

Environmentalism means concern for the preservation, restoration, and improvement of the natural and social environment. It includes conservation of natural resources, prevention of pollution, and sustainable use of land. Responsible citizens must assess the effect of their actions on the environmen

Particulate matter means solid particles and liquid droplets present in air. Its presence beyond a certain limit causes air pollution. Common examples include pollen grains, dust in smoke, vehicular exhaust, fly ash, coal dust, cement, and mist. Higher concentration of particulate matter blocks sola