Question 1

A(n)  _____ system is the simplest type of passive solar design.

Accepted Answer

A)   direct gain
B)   indirect gain
C)   sunspace
D)   isolated

Question 2

For direct gain homes, spaces illuminated by sunlight are bright and warm and tend to include kitchens, bedrooms, and stairways located on the south side of the house.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Passive solar design utilizes seasonal changes in the path of the sun to create structures that are heated (and sometimes cooled) by natural means.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Which of the following statements is true for sunspaces?

Accepted Answer

A)   Living space receives direct sunlight.
B)   They cannot be added after the building is complete.
C)   Can serve as a greenhouse.
D)   They can be used only in warm weather climates. C

Question 5

In the Northern Hemisphere, the winter sun is _____ in the sky, and its light is almost entirely from the _____ .

Accepted Answer

A)   high; north of the east-west line
B)   relatively high; south
C)   low; north of the east-west line
D)   relatively low; south

Question 6

A(n)  _____ collects and stores solar energy during the day and releases it gradually to the interior during the night.

Accepted Answer

A)   solar chimney
B)   internal partition wall
C)   thermosiphon
D)   thermal storage wall

Question 7

Which of the following statements is true for thermosiphon including vented Trombe wall (heating or cooling)  ?

Accepted Answer

A)   Cooling occurs only during the night.
B)   Offers natural ventilation
C)   Cannot utilize evaporative cooling.
D)   Does not require a cool air source.

Question 8

A single building will utilize a single passive solar system.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Passive solar homes are _____ structures designed to make internal spaces comfortable.

Accepted Answer

A)   energy-efficient
B)   minimally insulated
C)   high-embodied energy
D)   specific-design A

Question 10

Which of the following statements is true for direct gain systems (heating only)  ?

Accepted Answer

A)   Prevents UV damage to interior spaces.
B)   Provides light to interior spaces.
C)   Maximum heat occurs during the overnight hours.
D)   Comparatively expensive. B

Question 11

On the solstices, the sun's rays are perpendicular to the equator, and someone residing on the equator would see the midday sun directly overhead.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

In any climate, low-E (low-emissivity) coatings on windows are beneficial whenever buildings themselves are conditioned, either by heating or by cooling.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

_____ allows the radiant energy absorbed during the day to be stored and released gradually during the night.

Accepted Answer

A)   Thermal mass
B)   A heat absorbing surface
C)   Heat distribution
D)   An aperture control mechanism

Question 14

Which of the following would be a good example of control mechanism used in passive solar design?

Accepted Answer

A)   Concrete
B)   Landscaping
C)   Vents or ducts
D)   Interior doors

Question 15

Which of the following statements is true for an unvented Trombe wall (heating only)  ?

Accepted Answer

A)   Moderates daily temperature swings.
B)   Useful for spaces where direct light is desirable.
C)   Allows visual connection to outdoors.
D)   Maximum heating occurs during the day.

Exam 3: Passive Solar Design

A(n) _____ system is the simplest type of passive solar design.

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For direct gain homes, spaces illuminated by sunlight are bright and warm and tend to include kitchens, bedrooms, and stairways located on the south side of the house.

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Passive solar design utilizes seasonal changes in the path of the sun to create structures that are heated (and sometimes cooled) by natural means.

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Which of the following statements is true for sunspaces?

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In the Northern Hemisphere, the winter sun is _ in the sky, and its light is almost entirely from the _ .

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A(n) _____ collects and stores solar energy during the day and releases it gradually to the interior during the night.

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Which of the following statements is true for thermosiphon including vented Trombe wall (heating or cooling) ?

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A single building will utilize a single passive solar system.

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Passive solar homes are _____ structures designed to make internal spaces comfortable.

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Which of the following statements is true for direct gain systems (heating only) ?

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On the solstices, the sun's rays are perpendicular to the equator, and someone residing on the equator would see the midday sun directly overhead.

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In any climate, low-E (low-emissivity) coatings on windows are beneficial whenever buildings themselves are conditioned, either by heating or by cooling.

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_____ allows the radiant energy absorbed during the day to be stored and released gradually during the night.

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Which of the following would be a good example of control mechanism used in passive solar design?

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Which of the following statements is true for an unvented Trombe wall (heating only) ?

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Exam 3: Passive Solar Design

A(n) _____ system is the simplest type of passive solar design.

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For direct gain homes, spaces illuminated by sunlight are bright and warm and tend to include kitchens, bedrooms, and stairways located on the south side of the house.

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Passive solar design utilizes seasonal changes in the path of the sun to create structures that are heated (and sometimes cooled) by natural means.

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Which of the following statements is true for sunspaces?

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In the Northern Hemisphere, the winter sun is _____ in the sky, and its light is almost entirely from the _____ .

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A(n) _____ collects and stores solar energy during the day and releases it gradually to the interior during the night.

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Which of the following statements is true for thermosiphon including vented Trombe wall (heating or cooling) ?

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A single building will utilize a single passive solar system.

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Passive solar homes are _____ structures designed to make internal spaces comfortable.

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Which of the following statements is true for direct gain systems (heating only) ?

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On the solstices, the sun's rays are perpendicular to the equator, and someone residing on the equator would see the midday sun directly overhead.

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In any climate, low-E (low-emissivity) coatings on windows are beneficial whenever buildings themselves are conditioned, either by heating or by cooling.

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_____ allows the radiant energy absorbed during the day to be stored and released gradually during the night.

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Which of the following would be a good example of control mechanism used in passive solar design?

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Which of the following statements is true for an unvented Trombe wall (heating only) ?

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