ECS 2 Quiz 1.docx

What are local climates influenced by? - correct answer -latitude -time of day -season What are micro-climates influenced by? - correct answer -elevation -adjacency to water -vegetation -wind -rural vs. urban What are the four types of climates in design? - correct answer -cold -temperate -hot and humid -hot and dry Characteristics for cold design - correct answer -compact -closed Characteristics for temperate design - correct answer -compact -can be more expansive -larger windows on north face and shade on the south face -minimize east-west exposure -cross ventilation Characteristics for hot and humid design - correct answer -expansive -shaded -ventilated -higher elevation -porches -higher ceilings Characteristics for hot and dry design - correct answer -compact -closed -flat roof, small windows -thick masonry for thermal lag -natural heating and cooling Characteristics for traditional design - correct answer n-natural light -natural ventilation -humidity control minimal -uneven light control Characteristics for contemporary design - correct answer -cooler filtered air -even light distribution -consistent temperature -noise reduction from streets -higher electricity usage -limited user control -inoperable windows -noise addition to street What is plenum? - correct answer It is the space between the finished ceiling and underside of a deck or roof above it What contributes to heat gain? - correct answer -people -lights -equipment What is sustainability? - correct answer It is meeting the needs of the current generation without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their needs What does LEED stand for? - correct answer It means Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design What are the categories of LEED? - correct answer -Sustainable Sites -Water Efficiency -Energy & Atmosphere -Materials & Resources -Indoor Environmental Quality What is heat and how does it act? - correct answer It is equal to energy; it flows from a hot of objects to cold objects Heat flow rate - correct answer This rate depends on temperature difference The larger the difference, the greater the energy flow