EPS 711S- ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION & SAFETY: FIRST OPPORTUNITY QUESTION PAPER- JUNE 2022
SECTION A [26 Marks]
QUESTION 1 [23 MARKS]
1.1 Briefly explain the main sources/pathways through which pollutants are generally
found in the environment.
(5)
1.2 Clarify the key activities through which the quality of air can be compromised
giving examples.
(6)
1.3 Outline and briefly explain factors to be considered when choosing a sampling
method during collection and analysis of environmental samples
(6)
1.4 Pollution of the ecosystems can be of different forms. Briefly discuss any three (3)
of these forms.
(9)
SECTION B [27 Marks]
QUESTION 2 [27 Marks]
2.1 Differentiate between the terms:
(i). Scientific research and compliance monitoring
(4)
(ii). Primary and Secondary Air Quality Standards
(4)
2.2 Enumerate the characteristics that should be possessed by air filters employed
in air sampling process.
(5)
2.3 (i). Specify the main provisions of the Water Resources Management Act No. 11
of 2013
(3)
(ii). Enumerate the objectives of this Act
(4)
2.4 Using diagram, describe the any one method by which particulate from gaseous
Emissions can be controlled.
(7)
SECTION C [47 Marks]
QUESTION 3 [47 Marks]
3.1 In water quality examination, it is important to firstly establish the purpose of the
examination. State any five (5) purpose of conducting this exercise
(5)
3.2 Using appropriate example, describe the solidification technique in the
treatment and disposal of a solid waste.
(8)
3.3 Categorise and explain the methods that can be used in the control of water
pollution.
(10)
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