T-lvl 1 2-8 Quiz on Principles of Light & sound

The primary purpose of using light in building design is (a)  

• To increase the building's weight
• To create a pleasant environment
• To decrease the building's height
• To make the building more expensive

What is the significance of light in the built environment?

• It reduces the building's lifespan

• It enhances the building's aesthetics

• It increases construction time

• It decreases the building's value

Match the following effects with their potential uses and drawbacks in buildings.

• Used in windows for light control but can cause glare

• Refraction and reflection

• Facilitates heat transfer but can lead to energy loss

• Insulation and ventilation

• Helps in soundproofing but can trap heat

• Absorption and diffusion

• Maintains temperature but can restrict airflow

• Conduction and convection

Some drawbacks of refraction and reflection in buildings include (a)  

• Increased temperature and humidity
• Unwanted distortion and glare
• Noise pollution and vibration
• Structural instability and erosion

What is artificial light created using?

• Sunlight

• Electricity and a filament

• Water and wind

• Natural gas

Match the following lighting design principles with their descriptions.

• Lighting design that combines both man-made and sunlight sources.

• No lighting

• Lighting design that relies solely on man-made sources.

• Only artificial light

• Lighting design that does not use any light sources.

• Only natural light

• Lighting design that uses sunlight exclusively.

• A blend of artificial and natural light

What role does reflectance around a window play in the daylight factor?

• It determines the color of the room

• It affects the amount of natural light entering

• It controls the temperature of the room

• It influences the sound insulation

What is the effect of high reflectance around a window?

• It decreases the amount of daylight

• It increases the amount of daylight

• It has no effect on daylight

• It blocks daylight completely

What happens when vibrating particles enter a person’s ear?

• They create light

• They vibrate the ear drum

• They stop moving

• They change color

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a method to reduce sound transference?

• Use of carpets

• Use of sound insulation quilts

• Use of dense materials

• Use of glass windows