Green Architecture - Flashcard 1.8

Front

What is the formula to find the area of a room?

Back

length x width

Front

If the length of a room is 10 feet and the width is 12 feet, what is the area?

Back

120 square feet

Front

What is an example of electrical in a home?

Back

appliances

Front

In which service area is the kitchen located?

Back

service

Front

What systems are found in a home?

Back

plumbing, electrical, heating/cooling, and roof

Front

What is the definition of plumbing?

Back

The system of pipes and fixtures for the distribution of water and the removal of waste.

Front

What does heating/cooling refer to in a home?

Back

Systems that regulate the temperature inside a building.

Front

What is the purpose of a roof?

Back

To protect the building from weather elements like rain, snow, and sun.

Front

What is the difference between length and width?

Back

Length is the longer side of a rectangle, while width is the shorter side.

Front

What is a foundation in construction?

Back

The lowest load-bearing part of a building, typically below ground level.