What is the urban heat island effect primarily caused by?
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High altitude of cities
Proximity to large bodies of water
Heat absorption by materials like asphalt and concrete
Increased vegetation in urban areas
2.
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How does Singapore's district cooling system benefit the environment?
It reduces electricity usage and emissions
It eliminates the need for refrigeration
It increases the use of traditional air conditioners
It relies solely on solar power
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What is one of the key benefits of increasing urban vegetation?
It reduces the need for public transportation
It raises the temperature in urban areas
It provides more space for construction
It helps mitigate the urban heat island effect
4.
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What is the goal of Singapore's plan to plant 1,000,000 trees?
To increase urban heat
To reduce the urban heat island effect and connect people to nature
To replace existing green spaces
To create more space for urban development
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What is a key feature of the digital urban climate twin model?
It only models the geometry of buildings
It tests the impact of design elements on urban heat
It focuses solely on transportation systems
It is used exclusively for rural areas
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Which of the following is NOT a strategy mentioned for reducing urban heat?
Using water as a thermal buffer
Allowing wind flow through clear areas
Increasing the use of combustion engines
Shading windows
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What is the potential energy production from renewable sources on building facades in Singapore?
Up to 20-25% of the city's electricity needs
Up to 10% of the city's electricity needs
Up to 50% of the city's electricity needs
Up to 5% of the city's electricity needs
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