Practice - Passive Design
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Practice Questions
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What is the purpose of maximizing natural daylight in buildings?
💡 Hint: Think about the benefits of reducing electricity use.
What does natural ventilation provide?
💡 Hint: Consider how air naturally moves.
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Interactive Quizzes
Quick quizzes to reinforce your learning
What is passive design primarily focused on?
💡 Hint: Consider what the term 'passive' implies.
True or False: Thermal mass can help stabilize indoor temperatures.
💡 Hint: Think about how heat storage works in buildings.
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Challenge Problems
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Design a small residential building, considering passive strategies for daylight and ventilation. Describe the orientation and materials used.
💡 Hint: Remember the balance between light and heat.
Analyze how changing the building design affects energy consumption. Select between two designs, one using passive techniques and the other relying on mechanical systems.
💡 Hint: Consider both construction and operational costs.
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