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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What is solar heat gain?

💡 Hint: Think about how the sun can heat up a room.

Question 2 Easy

Name one type of shading device.

💡 Hint: What do buildings use to block the sun?

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Question 1

What is a benefit of solar control?

Higher energy costs
Improved indoor comfort
Less natural light

💡 Hint: Consider what happens when there’s too much heat indoors.

Question 2

True or False: Solar control is only necessary in hot climates.

True
False

💡 Hint: Think about how seasons change.

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Challenge Problems

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Challenge 1 Hard

Create a detailed plan for a residential building focusing on solar control strategies. Outline specific shading devices, glazing types, and building orientation.

💡 Hint: Consider local climate data when designing.

Challenge 2 Hard

Evaluate how the implementation of solar control measures in an existing building can lead to quantifiable energy savings.

💡 Hint: Use energy models or actual bills to show before and after comparisons.

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