Quiz - 7

Question 1

What is another term for building envelope:

Answer 1

Building enclosure

Question 2

In construction, give an example of heat transfer via Conduction:

Answer 2

Heat passing through a stud in the wall

Question 3

In construction, give an example of heat transfer via Convection:

Answer 3

Heat passing through the vapor in the air

Question 4

In construction, give an example of heat transfer via Radiation:

Answer 4

Heat from the sun hitting the side of a wall

Question 5

BTU stands for:

Answer 5

British Thermal Unit

Question 6

Determine the R-value of something:

Answer 6

Multiply the thickness of the object by the number he writes on the board

Question 7

What does the R in R-value stand for:

Answer 7

Resistance

Question 8

What is a structural insulated panel:

Answer 8

A panel that is insulated and already put together that can be used for a wall instead of studs and drywall

Question 9

What gas is typically used to insulate windows:

Answer 9

Argon

Question 10

Rt = R1 + R2 + R3

T/F:

Answer 10

T