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Energy Efficient Design And Construction

Subject : engineering
Instructions:
  • Answer 30 questions in 15 minutes.
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1. Excellent insulating value for window - in you-value






2. Energy efficiency measurement in a poorly insulated structure - measured in ACH






3. An analysis of energy loss in a structure - typically including recommendations






4. Minimum code requirement for flat ceiling insulation






5. Allowing for winter sun entry into the south side of the house






6. Type of insulation that is usually blown into wall and roof cavities - used to insulate existing buildings - are-3.7 per inch






7. Amount of time required for a return on investment to repay the sum of the original investment






8. Very inefficient window - seldom used in energy efficient buildings






9. Main design component used for reducing heat loss






10. Type of high are rigid foam insulation used on walls and ceilings - are-5.6 to 8 per inch






11. A measure of the thermal resistance of material - especially insulation - equal 1/are-value






12. Type of rigid foam insulation used on walls and ceilings - are-5 per inch






13. A material that absorbs heat from a heat source - and then releases it slowly






14. Minimum code requirement for wall insulation






15. Minimum code requirement for vaulted ceiling insulation






16. Use of site consideration - house orientation - and room placement to improve energy efficiency






17. Excellent efficiency measurement for a energy efficient building - measured in ACH






18. Air changes per hour - used to determine tightness of structure






19. Keeps moisture out of wall and insulation - usually 6mm polyethylene plastic






20. A microscopic layer of metal applied to glass surfaces to reflect heat energy






21. A measure of the thermal resistance of a material






22. Are-value per inch for fiberglass insulation






23. A housewrap applied to the exterior of the building that controls airflow and water into the wall - and allowing interior moisture vapor to escape.






24. Used in windows to reduce heat transfer from inside to outside of the window






25. A device that consist of a fan - a removable panel - and gauges used to measure and locate air leaks and ACH






26. The ability to resist transfer of heat






27. Most frequently used insulation for wall and ceiling cavities - are-3.5 per inch






28. Used for sealing seams on vapor barrier






29. Are-value per inch of cellulose insulation






30. Window type used in most new construction