NCERT Solution for Class 10 Science Chapter 16
Sustainable Management of Natural Resources,
NCERT Books for Session 2022-2023
CBSE Board and UP Board
Exercises Questions
Page No-280
Questions No-1
What changes would you suggest in your home in order to be environment-friendly?
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Changes that I would suggest in my home in order to be environment friendly are:-
(i) Instead of using polythene bags, start using cloth, paper or jute bags.
(ii) Reduce use of electricity by :
– Avoiding unnecessary use of light and fans.
– Using CFLs instead of fluorescent bulbs and lights.
– Using stairs instead of lifts.
(iii) Recycle of plastics, papers, glass and metal items.
(iv) Reuse different items like plastic bags, envelopes etc.
(v) Use pressure cooker or solar cooker for cooking.
(vi) Prefer walking or use bicycle for short distance and use public transport for long distance.
Changes that can be undertaken in our homes to be environment-friendly are
listed below:
(i)Switch off the electrical appliances when not in use.
(ii)Turn the taps off while brushing or bathing and repair the leaking taps.
(iii)Throw biodegradable and non-biodegradable waste into separate bins.
(iv)Construct composting pits.
(v)Food items such as jam, pickles, etc., come packed in plastic bottles. These bottles can
later be used for storing things in the kitchen.
• Segregate wastes into recyclable and non-recyclable.
• Use water and electricity judiciously.
• Do not waste food.
• Reuse newspapers and plastic items.
• Keep windows open to prevent less use of fan.
• Follow three R’s (Reduce, Recycle and Reuse).