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Which of the following is NOT a benefit of earth sheltering?
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of earth sheltering?
- Protection from extreme weather conditions
- Increased natural light (correct)
- Reduced energy costs for heating and cooling
- Thermal mass provided by the earth
Which of the following is a characteristic of an earth sheltered house?
Which of the following is a characteristic of an earth sheltered house?
- It is a structure built entirely above the ground
- It is a structure with soil against the walls, on the roof, or buried underground (correct)
- It is a structure built with traditional building materials
- It is a structure with no thermal mass
When did earth sheltering become relatively popular?
When did earth sheltering become relatively popular?
- It has never been popular
- During the mid-1970s
- Before the mid-1970s
- After the mid-1970s (correct)
Which ancient civilization is known to have built underground cities and dwellings?
Which ancient civilization is known to have built underground cities and dwellings?
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What is the primary advantage of using earth as thermal mass in an earth sheltered house?
What is the primary advantage of using earth as thermal mass in an earth sheltered house?
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Why is the definition of 'earth-sheltering' problematic?
Why is the definition of 'earth-sheltering' problematic?
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