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WorksheetsCHAPTER 5 QUIZ
Total questions: 7
Worksheet time: 5mins
GREEN BUILDING DEFINITION
A green building minimizes its environmental impact by efficiently using resources such as energy and water while providing a healthy environment.
A green building is any building constructed using only recycled materials.
A green building is any structure designed to blend in aesthetically with natural landscapes.
A green building is a structure that focuses solely on generating renewable energy.
ELEMENTS OF GREEN BUILDING
MINIMAL LIGHTING AND DECORATIVE PLANTS
LOW COST MATERIALS
RESOURCE EFFICIENT MATERIALS
ENERGY EFFICIENCY
ADVANTAGES OF GREEN BUILDINGS
POSITIVE LIVING ENVIROMENT
IMPROVE NATURAL LIGHT
HIGHER MAINTANENCE COST
REDUCED ENERGY EFFICIENCY
PASSIVE SOLAR DESIGN DEFINITION
construction technique that relies on non-renewable energy sources.
A method of designing buildings with natural solar energy for heating, cooling, and lighting without the use of mechanical systems.
A design method focused solely on aesthetic appeal with no energy considerations.
An approach that uses mechanical systems to heat and cool buildings.
ADVANTAGES OF PASSIVE SOLAR DESIGN
Low Maintainence
Higher Cost
Sustainability
Saves Time
ELEMENTS OF PASSIVE SOLAR DESIGN
DAYLIGHTING
SHADING
REUSABLE
INSULATION
MAIN METHODS OF PASSIVE SOLAR HEATING
Direct Gain
Direct Sunlight
Green Roofs
Isolated Gain
