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Code No: D0304 JAWAHARLAL NEHRU TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY HYDERABAD M.Tech II - Semester Examinations, October 2011 ENVIRONMENTAL BIOTECHNOLOGY (BIOTECHNOLOGY) Time: 3hours Max. Marks: 60 Answer any five questions All questions carry equal marks --1. Write notes on the following a. Detoxification of Cyanide. b. Role of Genetically modified organ isms in hazardous waste management.

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Discuss the characteristics of waste water. Explain the various physical and chemical processes used in the treatment of waste water. (12) What are the major waste types remediated by bioremediation. Explain the requirements for bioremediation. (12) Discuss the following a. Bioventing b. Biostimulation. c. Phytoremediation.

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What are the objectives of Environmental Impact Assessment and for what kind of projects are they prepared. (12) How do human activities lead to degradation of ecosystems? What do you understand by energy flow in an ecosystem?

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What are different types of aquatic ecosystems? Write briefly about their characteristics and the threats to these ecosystems. (12) What is composting? Write about the vermin composting. Discuss the production and uses of PHB.

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