11.3 - Gutters
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Practice Questions
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What are gutters used for?
💡 Hint: Think about the rain and roofs.
What should be the size increase for gutters?
💡 Hint: Consider the maximum rainfall scenarios.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What material is NOT typically used for gutters?
💡 Hint: Think about the durability of the materials mentioned.
T/F: Gutters should be installed to catch rainwater efficiently.
💡 Hint: Consider the primary function of gutters.
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Challenge Problems
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If a house has a roof area of 100 square meters and the expected rainfall intensity is 15 mm/hour, calculate the minimum gutter size needed if you want to size it correctly.
💡 Hint: Consider the flow rate and remember to apply the sizing rule.
Evaluate the environmental impact of using bamboo versus plastic materials for gutters.
💡 Hint: Look at sustainability and long-term effects.
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