(MSCENV) Term-End Examination December, 2022 MEV-019 : RESEARCH METHODOLOGY FOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
MASTER OF SCIENCE (ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE) MEV-019 : RESEARCH METHODOLOGY FOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE 1. Write short notes on the following : 5+5=10 (a) Basic Research (b) Applied Research (a) Basic Research 1. Definition: Basic research is a type of research that aims to advance knowledge and understanding of a particular phenomenon or concept. 2. Objective: The primary objective of basic research is to gain a deeper understanding of the subject matter, without any immediate practical application. 3. Characteristics: Basic research is often theoretical, experimental, and exploratory in nature. 4. Examples: Research in physics, chemistry, biology, and mathematics are examples of basic research. (b) Applied Research 1. Definition: Applied research is a type of research that aims to solve a specific problem or meet a particular need. 2. Objective: The primary objective of applied research is to find practical solutions to real-world problems. 3. Characteristics: Applied resear...