Q. 2
Discuss environmental pollution. What are the major causes of environmental pollution in Pakistan?
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FPSC · CSS 2014
Agriculture
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Agriculture · all yearsQ. 2 · Discuss environmental pollution. What are…Q. 3 · How does soil productivity differ…Q. 4 · What is the ultimate source…Q. 5 · What are genetically modified organism…Q. 6 · What are the major factors…Q. 7 · Describe in detail the benefits…Q. 8 · Write Short notes on any…With this paper← 20132015 →3 hours · questions hide until you reveal them
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Q. 3
How does soil productivity differ from soil fertility? What are the factors responsible for degradation of soil productivity? Suggest practical measures to improve it.
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Q. 4
What is the ultimate source of nitrogen in soil? Explain in detail how it is fixed and made available to the plants.
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Q. 5
What are genetically modified organism (GM) and GM foods? Why are GM foods produced? Mention the sound scientific basis for considering it safe for human heath.
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Q. 6
What are the major factors responsible of low yield of vegetables in Pakistan? What measures are necessary to increase their production?
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Q. 7
Describe in detail the benefits and drawbacks of fertilizer and pesticide use in Pakistan.
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Q. 8
Write Short notes on any FOUR of the following.
- (a)Green house effect
- (b)Wind erosion
- (c)Organic framing
- (d)Hidden hunger in crop plants
- (e)Genetic factors of crop growth
- (f)Selective and non selective herbicides
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