Chapter 20

Question 1

Gas fill in the sealed unit (typically argon, krypton or another non toxic gas instead of air) is a key feature of an energy efficient __.

Answer 1

window

Question 2

Green homes typically require __ __ to operate and produce __ greenhouse gas emissions.

Answer 2

less energy

fewer

Question 3

__ __ __ is a type of siding that has increased in popularity due to its durability and reliability

Answer 3

cement board siding

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT considered a superstructure component? joist, column, slab,

Answer 4

Slab is part of the foundation system, not the superstructure

Question 5

Define voltage, amperage, and wattage

Answer 5

Voltage: a measure of electrical potential or pressure of current flow.
Amperage: measure of the rate of current flow or quantity of electricity per unit of time. The service capacity of a house is measured in amps.
Wattage: the measure of power or consumption; electrical usage is measured in watts

Question 6

TF? Rigid glassfibre is the most common type of wall insulation

Answer 6

FALSE. Glassfibre batt is the most common type of wall insulation

Question 7

When the opening portion of the window is hinged on the top and opens outward, it is known as an __ __.

Answer 7

awning window

Question 8

Building waste is disposed of by one of two main methods: __ systems and __ systems

Answer 8

municipal and septic

Question 9

Asphalt shingles curved up at each edge are referred to as __ __. Asphalt shingles that have lifted in the middle are referred to as __.

Answer 9

edge curl

fishmouth

Question 10

Define building envelope system

Answer 10

The building envelope system is the skin of the house, which is used to protect the house’s internal environment from moisture, dust, wind and extreme temperatures.