Chapter 9 Landscaping Flashcards

1
Q

Define Clay and sandy soil:

A

Clay are the smallest particles, sand are the largest silt (intermediate).
Mixture of living and dead organic matter, air and moisture.

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2
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What soil conditions should be considered in planting preparation and plant selection?

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PH, drainage and nutrients

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3
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What are Annuals?

A

Can bloom for months until destroyed by frost.

Inexpensive - high impact display of color.

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4
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What are perennials?

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Bedding plants that re-appear for years after cost is low.

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5
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What are bulbs?

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It is perennials with thickened under ground storage organ will re-appear.

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6
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Why is it important not to over water plants?

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Soggy soil restricts root development.

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7
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What are disadvantages of a private well?

A

Initial cost is high - Life cycle cost may show substantial savings in future years. High mineral content may stain buildings and walkways.

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8
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What three nutrients are most essential for plant growth?

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  • Nitrogen - plant growth
  • Potassium - hardiness and resistance
  • Phosphorus - Reproductive
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9
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What conditions generally lead to plant disease?

A

Bacteria, fungi and viruses
Deficiency of essential nutrients
Poor drainage of soil
Excess salts in soil

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10
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Why do indoor plants require more attention than do plants growing outdoors?

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Limited space for roots to grow, more sensitive to soil, fertilizers, waters and light.

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11
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What support components do indoor parking facilities have that are not often found in outdoor facilities?

A

Lighting, stairwells, elevators, fire alarm systems, sprinkler systems, generators.

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12
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What is rigid pavement?

A
  • Reinforced concrete

- Infrequent repair

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13
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What are the four basic components of flexible pavement?

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  • Subgrade
  • Base
  • Asphalt
  • Fabric mat
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14
Q

Why is ventilation important for a garage?

A

Carbon monoxide detection systems

Exhaust fans and intake dampers

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15
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What is the biggest threat to parking structures and rigid paving?

A

Corrosion is the biggest threat - Chloride from ice melting salts will attack reinforcing steel.

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16
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Why is chloride a problem?

A

Steel should be coated in green epoxy plastic

17
Q

What are detention ponds, and why are they important?

A

Man made pond with an outlet structure designed to let out certain amount collects storm water.

18
Q

What are catch basins?

A

Storm water collection systems

6-8 inches for up to 12”

19
Q

What is a sedimentation pond?

A

Similar to detention where contamination picked up and carried in the turbulent storm water flows to settle out in controlled area.

20
Q

What is a separator?

A

Oil and water separators where risk pf petroleum leakage risk. located below ground level made of concrete or steel - vent pipe 6-8ft above ground.

21
Q

What are the usual spec for separators located below ground level?

A

5 ft deep, 5 ft wide, 10 ft long

Steel or concrete

22
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On what principle do separators works?

A

Oil / Petroleum removed are insoluble to water.

These products are lighter then water and with float into chamber.

23
Q

What can occur if too much development takes place with no regard for the problem of increasing run off?

A

Flooding
Sinkholes
Settling