Definitions [8]
What is meant by garbage?
The unwanted things or substances which are generated during various activities and processes constitute garbage.
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Pollution
Pollution is the addition of any such constituent to air, water, or land that deteriorates the natural quality of the environment.
Pollution is the action of making the air, water, land, etc., dirty, dangerous, and even unfit for use.
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Waste
Waste is any unwanted or undesired material or substance resulting from industrial, commercial mining, and agricultural operations, and from community activities.
Correct the definition of certain terms given below by changing only one word.
Compost: Substances converted into manure for use in industries.
Compost: The substances converted into manure for use in agricultural fields.
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Landfill: Garbage buried under water in an area.
Landfill: Garbage buried under the soil in an area.
Waste is any unwanted or undesired material or substance resulting from industliial, commercial mining, and agricultural operations, and from community activities.
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First aid
The primary help offered to the victims of disasters before actual medical treatment is available is known as first aid.
The immediate and temporary care given to an injured or ill person before proper medical treatment is called first aid.
Key Points
| Term | Meaning | Purpose | Example / Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Aid | Immediate care given before medical help | To save life and prevent condition from worsening | Treating cuts, burns, snake bite |
| Emergency Action | Quick steps taken during accidents or disasters | To reduce loss of life and property | Rescue, evacuation, calling help |
| Safety Signs | Warning symbols indicating danger | To prevent accidents | Electric shock sign, fire sign |
| First Aid Kit | Box of essential first aid materials | To provide quick medical help | Bandages, antiseptic, scissors |
Concepts [14]
- Weather and Climate
- Importance of Weather in the Living World
- Meteorology
- India Meteorological Department
- Solid Waste Management
- Waste and Its Categories
- Waste
- Harmful effects of solid waste
- Necessity of Solid Waste Management
- 7 Principles of Solid Waste Management
- Period Required for Degradation of Waste
- Disaster Management
- First Aid and Emergency Action
- Methods of Transporting Victims/Patients Safely
