ENVIRONMENT – INTRODUCTION
The environment is everything that surrounds us. It includes air, water, land, plants, animals, and
human beings.
All living and non-living things depend on the environment for survival.
A clean environment is essential for a healthy life.
The environment provides us with natural resources such as water, food, oxygen, and raw
materials.
Protecting the environment is our duty for a better future.
COMPONENTS OF ENVIRONMENT
The environment has two main components: Biotic and Abiotic.
Biotic components include plants, animals, birds, and humans.
Abiotic components include air, water, soil, sunlight, and climate.
Both components are interdependent and essential for life.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
Environmental pollution is the contamination of air, water, and soil.
It is caused mainly by human activities.
Air pollution comes from vehicles and factories.
Water pollution occurs due to waste dumped in rivers.
Soil pollution is caused by plastics and chemicals.
Pollution harms all living beings.
IMPORTANCE OF ENVIRONMENT
The environment provides oxygen, water, food, and shelter.
Plants help maintain balance in nature.
Animals and humans depend on plants for survival.
A clean environment ensures a healthy life.
WAYS TO PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT
Plant more trees.
Save water and electricity.
Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle.
Avoid plastic use.
Keep surroundings clean.
Everyone must contribute to protecting the environment.