6. Brief Discussion on Ventilation

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is the purpose of ventilation in a building?

   Hint

   Think about why we breathe fresh air.

2. 2.

   Name one advantage of natural ventilation.

   Hint

   Consider how you can open windows.

3. 3.

   What is the primary function of ventilation?

   • To regulate temperature
   • To control humidity
   • To exchange indoor and outdoor air

   Hint

   What do we do when we want fresh air?

4. 4.

   Natural ventilation relies on mechanical systems. True or False?

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider how air circulates without machines.

5. 5.

   You are tasked with designing ventilation for a hospital operating room. What considerations need to be made regarding airflow and air quality?

   Hint

   Think about where germs could spread and how to ensure a sterile environment.

6. 6.

   Analyze the impact of various factors that affect natural ventilation in a high-rise building. How would you optimize airflow?

   Hint

   Think of how wind blows and how buildings can take advantage of it.