In the last century, the human population has increased tremendously. Death rate has reduced and
life expectancy has increased. This rapid growth has placed significant pressure on resources. Global
cooperation is needed for environmental preservation.
Overpopulation
(a) Mention any one reason for reduction in the death rate.
(b) Name any one resource that is under pressure due to population explosion.

15] Select the correct answers to the questions from the given options. (Do not copy the questions, write the correct answer only).
The structure that lies at the junction of the choroid and the iris and is itself a part of the choroid is called:

15] Select the correct answers to the questions from the given options. (Do not copy the questions, write the correct answer only).
The optimum temperature for photosynthesis is:

Given below is a picture of a tree. Mention the scientific phenomena occurring in the parts labelled (a),
(b) and (c).
(c)
(b)
(a)

15] Select the correct answers to the questions from the given options. (Do not copy the questions, write the correct answer only).
The number of live births per thousand people per year is called:

What are biomedical wastes? Give an example.

State any two harmful effects of acid rain.