Environmental Studies and Ethics

This book deals with the various dimensions of environment in an integrated, multidisciplinary and holistic manner. The book provides the latest introductory view of essential topics in environmental studies in a simple and easy to understand style. The presentation has been especially designed to enhance the students’ recall index. The topics on rainwater harvesting and solid waste management have been covered in detail with relevant pictures and figures. Formulae to calculate rainwater harvesting potential and sizes of settling tanks have been given in Appendix I. A large number of questions, ranging from multiple-choice to long essay type, have been given at the end of each unit. Answers to the multiple-choice question have been given in Appendix II. Information on websites and search engines, with examples, has been given in Appendix III to help students know how to surf the internet for information on any given topic. The last appendix gives tips to the students for improving memory, concentration and suggestions regarding how to score good marks in examinations etc.