Home Heating (Junior Cert Home Economics): Quizzes
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What type of electricity do storage heaters use?
What type of electricity do storage heaters use?
Off-peak electricity
How does central heating work in a home?
How does central heating work in a home?
Water circulates through radiators
From where can heat pumps pull heat?
From where can heat pumps pull heat?
Air, ground, or water
How much electricity do heat pumps use?
How much electricity do heat pumps use?
Minimal electricity
What fuel do pellet boiler stoves burn?
What fuel do pellet boiler stoves burn?
Eco-friendly wood pellets
What is the purpose of thermostats in home heating?
What is the purpose of thermostats in home heating?
Control temperatures in specific rooms
Which materials are used for attic insulation?
Which materials are used for attic insulation?
Fibreglass or foam
How do cavity walls prevent heat loss?
How do cavity walls prevent heat loss?
They trap air
What acts as an insulator on floors?
What acts as an insulator on floors?
Carpet underlays
What type of glazing traps air between glass panes?
What type of glazing traps air between glass panes?
Double or triple glazing
In the BER system, which rating is best?
In the BER system, which rating is best?
A
What is the main benefit of good insulation?
What is the main benefit of good insulation?
Reduces heat loss