Heat Gain (Leaving Cert Construction Studies): Quizzes
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What are the three main sources of heat gain in buildings?
What are the three main sources of heat gain in buildings?
Solar radiation, body heat, appliances
How should buildings in Ireland's cool climate manage heat gain?
How should buildings in Ireland's cool climate manage heat gain?
Maximise heat gain wherever possible
Which building orientation receives the most consistent solar energy?
Which building orientation receives the most consistent solar energy?
South-facing
What is the purpose of large south-facing glazed areas?
What is the purpose of large south-facing glazed areas?
Allow maximum solar radiation for passive heating
What is the most significant source of natural heat gain in buildings?
What is the most significant source of natural heat gain in buildings?
Solar heat gain from the sun
What percentage of hot water heating can solar panels provide?
What percentage of hot water heating can solar panels provide?
Within how many degrees of south should solar panels be positioned for best efficiency?
Within how many degrees of south should solar panels be positioned for best efficiency?
Within
What environmental benefit do solar energy systems provide?
What environmental benefit do solar energy systems provide?
Lower CO₂ emissions
What is the maximum percentage of floor area that external openings should occupy?
What is the maximum percentage of floor area that external openings should occupy?
What do U-values measure in building design?
What do U-values measure in building design?
Heat passing through elements; lower=better