Environmental conservation — KCSE Geography

KCSE Geography · 49 practice questions · 4 syllabus objectives

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Key learning outcomes for this topic, aligned to the KNEC KCSE syllabus.

Define environmental conservation and explain the importance of conserving natural resources (land, water, forests, wildlife)

Describe the main causes of environmental degradation in Kenya: deforestation, soil erosion, pollution, overgrazing, over-cultivation

Describe measures taken to conserve the environment in Kenya: national parks, forest reserves, anti-pollution laws, reforestation, watershed management

Environmental conservation

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State two anti-pollution laws in Kenya that contribute to environmental conservation. (2 marks)

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Part (b) — 2 marks
The Environmental Management and Coordination Act (EMCA) which regulates pollution control (1 mk)
The Waste Management Regulations which govern waste disposal and management (1 mk)
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easySHORT ANSWER3 marks

Define three key measures taken in Kenya to conserve forest resources. (3 marks)

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Part (a) — 3 marks
Establishment of national parks to protect forest ecosystems (1 mk)
Implementation of reforestation programmes to restore degraded areas (1 mk)
Creation of forest reserves to conserve biodiversity and habitats (1 mk)
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easySHORT ANSWER2 marks

Name two sources of pollution that contribute to environmental degradation in urban Kenya. (2 marks)

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Part (a) — 2 marks
Industrial waste discharge into water bodies (1 mk)
Vehicle emissions contributing to air pollution (1 mk)
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State three effects of soil erosion in Kenya. (3 marks)

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