Sustainable Construction Practices Flashcard

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Social issue from over-development of an area?

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Overcrowding

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What is one possible result of over-development in an area?

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Vacant buildings

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Which of the following is a regeneration strategy to improve a run-down area?

• Increase in pollution
• Attracting key businesses/brands
• Increase in crime
• Loss of open space

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Attracting key businesses/brands

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What is a potential impact of over-development on property prices?

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Decrease in property prices

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Which of the following is NOT a result of over-development? Pollution, Improved transport links, Increase in traffic, Pressure on public services

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Improved transport links

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Which of the following is a natural insulation product? Fiberglass, Sheep's wool, Polystyrene, Foam board

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Sheep's wool

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What is one disadvantage of solar hot water panels?

Back

They can be less effective in cloudy weather

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What is a disadvantage of heat being dependent on sunlight?

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It may not reach the desired temperature

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What is one way to prevent damage to materials on a construction site?

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Secure storage and employ security measures

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What is a requirement for solar panels to achieve maximum efficiency?

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Panels need to face south