Model Question Paper (Set 1)

R.V. College of Engineering

III Semester, B.E. Examinations Dec/Jan 2013-14

Time: 3 Hrs

Max Marks: 100

Answer all the questions from Part-A and Part B will have internal choice and one of the two have to be answered compulsorily.

Part A
Answer all the questions in the first 3 pages only 1. 1. On burning coal it emits _____________ pollutants 1. 2. Natural gas mainly consists of ___________________ 1. 3. Anthroposystems comprise of______________ components 1. 4. Mining practices leads to ______________ (impact) 1. 5. Biomass energy production involves,______________ (techniques) 1. 6. In the __________, as the altitude increases the temperature also increases 1. 7. Write the correct sequence of energy transfer in an ecosystem. 1. 8. Plants use _____________ gas for photosynthesis. 1. 9. Major sources of air pollution are ___________ and ____________. 1. 10. Running water ecosystems are called as ________________. 1. 11. Define remote sensing with an example. 1. 12. Write the concept of environmental design. 1. 13. Mention a weather prediction model. 1. 14. Sustainable development involves ___________ and _______________. 1. 15. Distinguish the difference between animal and plant cell. 1. 16. What is a stem cell? 1. 17. Write the concept of bionics. Part B a) Elucidate the structure of atmosphere with its composition. b) In an ecosystem, bring out the relationship between structure and the functions. OR a)Write an explanatory note on the relevance of ISO14001 to environmental management. b)What is an EIA? Explain with the help of a case study. 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 2 1 1 2 1 1 1

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a) Explain the sources of MSW. 6 b) What are the techniques for the conversion of agricultural wastes into useful 10 products?

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OR a)Explain the process of waste management. b)Write an explanatory note on Renewable energy sources. a. Explain the Environmental design for manufactured products / building / developmental planning. b. Explain forecast models used for the predication of weather. OR a. What is Systems Engineering? Write the concept of environmental Engineering Systems. b. List the application of remote-sensing and geographic information systems (GIS) in environmental modeling.

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a. Explain the structure of animal cell with neat labeled diagram. 6 b. What are growth regulating hormones? Explain the physiological function of 10 cytokinins OR a. Elucidate the structure of plant cells. 6 b. Write a note on respiratory and digestive systems. 10 6 10 6 10

10 a. Define and explain the bioelectronics with suitable examples. b. Give a comprehensive account on bio-inspired robotics. OR 11 a. Give a detailed account on photovoltaic cells and their applications. b. Explain the working principle of neural networks.

Model Question Paper (Set 2)

R.V. College of Engineering

III Semester, B.E. Examinations Dec/Jan 2013-14

Time: 3 Hrs

Max Marks: 100

Answer all the questions from Part-A and Part B will have internal choice and one of the two have to be answered compulsorily.

Part A
Answer all the questions in the first 3 pages only 1. 1 The major component of natural gas is ___________. 1. 2 In the stratosphere, as the altitude increases the temperature __________. 1. 3 The rain without atmospheric contaminants __________ pH. 1. 4 The destruction of ozone is mainly due to ________. 1. 5 Renewable energy resources have significant role in ____________. 1. 6 What is an Environmental Impact Assessment? 1. 7 Mention the rule applicable for the management of biomedicinal wastes. 1. 8 What is phytoremidiation? 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1

1. 9 What are the components of producer gas? Mention the process used to produce the 2 producer gas. 1. 10 Expand UASB. 1 1. 11 What is the concept of environmental design? 1. 12 Give an example for forecast modeling. 1. 13 What is GIS? 1. 14 Distinguish between animal and plant cell. 1. 15 Mention the hormones facilitating growth in plant. 1. 16 Define Prosthesis. 1. 17 Bats use _________________ for echolocation. 1. 18 What is a dye sensitized photovoltaic cells? Part B a) Elucidate the structure of an ecosystem with help of a neat diagram. b) Comment on the impact of environmental changes on the human health. OR a)What is an EIS? Write a note on the contents of an EIS. b)What is the significance of Finding No Significant Impact (FONSI) during an EIA study? Elaborate on the process involved in finding FONSI. 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2

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a) Write a note on e-waste b) Comment on the essential element of waste management process. OR a)Write a concise note on smoke-scrubbers. b)Elaborate on Renewable energy sources. a) Write the principles, benefits and motivation for Environmental design. b)Explain growth models OR a) What is Systems Engineering? Write the concept of environmental Engineering Systems. b) List the application of remote-sensing and geographic information systems (GIS) in EIA. a) Explain the structure of plant cell with neat labeled diagram. b) Elaborate on the functions of sensory organs. OR a) Elucidate the structure of microbial cell. b) Write the mechanism of respiration in human being.

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10 a) Bring out the relation between Biological phenomena and innovative engineering. b) Elaborate on biomechatronics. OR 11 a) Give a detailed account on photovoltaic cells and their applications. b) Comment on the role of Enzymes and recognition receptors in biosensors.