Chapter 1 - BPI Notescards -Intro
Building science ch. 1 p. 11 - correct answer ✔The fundamental scientific
principle that govern home performance are collectively known as:
thermodynamics ch.2 p. 32 - correct answer ✔An area of science that looks
at the relationship between heat and other kinds of energy
Occupants, building, mechanicals, and environment - correct answer ✔The
components of a house can be said to fall into four general categories:
basement ch. 1, p. 25 - correct answer ✔What type of foundation involves
significant excavation, but adds a floor to a house, and provides space for
mechanical equipment, ductwork, and utilities?
slab-on-grade ch. 1, p. 23 - correct answer ✔A foundation configuration in
which a concrete slab serves as the house's foundation (and first floor)
crawlspace ch. 1, p. 24 - correct answer ✔A foundation configuration in
which some excavation is performed, and the house is raised off the ground,
creating a short area underneath
rafter ch. 1, p. 26 - correct answer ✔A sloped framing member that supports
the roof
joist ch. 1, p. 26 - correct answer ✔A horizontal framing member that
supports a ceiling floor
Building science ch. 1 p. 11 - correct answer ✔The fundamental scientific
principle that govern home performance are collectively known as:
thermodynamics ch.2 p. 32 - correct answer ✔An area of science that looks
at the relationship between heat and other kinds of energy
Occupants, building, mechanicals, and environment - correct answer ✔The
components of a house can be said to fall into four general categories:
basement ch. 1, p. 25 - correct answer ✔What type of foundation involves
significant excavation, but adds a floor to a house, and provides space for
mechanical equipment, ductwork, and utilities?
slab-on-grade ch. 1, p. 23 - correct answer ✔A foundation configuration in
which a concrete slab serves as the house's foundation (and first floor)
crawlspace ch. 1, p. 24 - correct answer ✔A foundation configuration in
which some excavation is performed, and the house is raised off the ground,
creating a short area underneath
rafter ch. 1, p. 26 - correct answer ✔A sloped framing member that supports
the roof
joist ch. 1, p. 26 - correct answer ✔A horizontal framing member that
supports a ceiling floor
