POB2-Environmental considerations-Energy efficiency/insulation

What is the purpose of using insulation in a building?

• To promote heat transfer and reduce energy efficiency

• To reduce air circulation and increase energy consumption

• To increase heat loss and waste energy

• To prevent heat loss and conserve energy

What is the purpose of a draught excluder in a building?

• To increase heat loss through windows and doors

• To allow cold air to enter the building

• To seal the house and prevent warm air leaving the building

• To promote air circulation within the building

What is the main function of mineral wool insulation?

• To trap air within the material to retain heat

• To reflect heat off the foil surfaces back into the building

• To prevent heat loss by reflecting heat off the foil surfaces

• To promote heat transfer and reduce energy efficiency

What is the primary material used in blue jean insulation?

• Recycled denim

• Lamb's wool

• Polyisocyanurate

• Molten rock

What is the purpose of rainwater harvesting?

• To save and reuse rainwater for various purposes

• To increase water consumption and waste energy

• To promote water wastage and increase bills

• To reduce the consumption of energy and increase bills

What is the function of reflective foil insulation boards?

• To promote heat transfer and reduce energy efficiency

• To allow cold air to enter the building

• To trap air within the material to retain heat

• To prevent heat loss by reflecting heat off the foil surfaces back into the building