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Meteorology, Climatic factors, Monsoon model, Industrial waste, Plastic waste, Principles of first aid.

Meteorology:

The science which studies the relationships between the atmosphere, natural cycles, geological movements of the earth and climate. Its study includes the study of storms, clouds, rainfall, thunder, lightning, etc.

Climatic factors:

The following are the climatic factors:

•Direction and speed of wind

•Temperature

•Atmospheric pressure

Monsoon model:

It is model of forecasting the monsoon season in India. Dr. Vasantrao Govarikar in the decade of the 1990's proposed a monsoon model based upon 16 climatic parameters of the world. This model was in use from 1990 to 2002.

Industrial waste:

Solid, semi-solid, liquid, or gaseous, unwanted materials released from the industries into the environment is called industrial waste. Examples are chemicals, pigments, sludge, metals, ash, paints, sandpapers, and other paper products.

Plastic waste:

Plastics play a great role in our daily lives. Plastics are used in all areas of making things. Tons and tons of plastic products are made daily. Examples are water bottles, plastic bags, plastic cards, plastic sheets, etc. Most plastics are not biodegradable and creating environmental problems.

Principles of first aid:

•To check and provide help the victim in the right order of priority.

•To place victims in a comfortable position.

•To restrict the movement of injured parts.

•To relieve pain and restlessness if possible.

•To arrange evacuation if necessary in the correct priority.