General Knowledge Class 5 - Environment And-Its-Conservation Notes

Environment and Its Conservation

Welcome to the chapter on Environment and Its Conservation for Class 5. In this chapter, you will learn what the environment is, why it is important, and how we can protect and conserve it. By the end of this chapter, you will understand how your actions can help keep the Earth clean and healthy!

Introduction

The environment is everything around us—air, water, land, plants, animals, and people. A clean and healthy environment is important for all living things.

Why Is the Environment Important?

• It gives us fresh air to breathe.
• It provides clean water to drink.
• It is home to plants and animals.
• It helps us grow food.

Threats to the Environment

• Pollution from factories, vehicles, and garbage.
• Cutting down trees (deforestation).
• Wasting water and electricity.
• Using plastic and chemicals carelessly.

How Can We Conserve the Environment?

• Plant more trees.
• Reduce, reuse, and recycle waste.
• Save water and electricity.
• Use cloth bags instead of plastic bags.
• Do not litter—throw waste in dustbins.
• Spread awareness about conservation.

Fun Activity: Eco-Friendly Day!

Spend a day using less water and electricity. Plant a sapling or clean up your neighborhood. Share what you did with your class!

Summary

• The environment is important for all living things.
• Pollution and deforestation harm the environment.
• We can conserve the environment by planting trees, saving resources, and reducing waste.

Practice Questions

1. What is the environment?
2. Name two ways to conserve the environment.
3. Why should we plant more trees?
4. What is pollution?
5. How can you help keep your school clean?

Challenge Yourself

• Make a poster about saving the environment.
• List five things you can do at home to conserve resources.

Did You Know?

• Earth Day is celebrated every year on April 22 to remind us to protect our planet!
• One tree can provide oxygen for up to four people every day.

Glossary

• Environment: Everything around us—air, water, land, plants, and animals.
• Conservation: Saving and protecting the environment.
• Pollution: Making air, water, or land dirty and unsafe.
• Deforestation: Cutting down trees in large numbers.

Answers to Practice Questions

1. The environment is everything around us—air, water, land, plants, and animals.
2. Plant trees, save water, reduce waste (any two).
3. Trees give us oxygen, keep the air clean, and provide shade and homes for animals.
4. Pollution is when air, water, or land becomes dirty and harmful.
5. By not littering, using dustbins, and helping to clean up.

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Protect the environment every day—your actions make a difference!