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What is the typical range of day mean maximum air temperature (DBT) in a hot-humid tropical climate?
What is the typical range of day mean maximum air temperature (DBT) in a hot-humid tropical climate?
- 27°C to 32°C
- 32°C to 35°C (correct)
- 20°C to 25°C
- 25°C to 28°C
How does high relative humidity impact air temperature in a hot-humid tropical climate?
How does high relative humidity impact air temperature in a hot-humid tropical climate?
- It increases the day mean maximum temperature
- It reduces the diurnal temperature range (correct)
- It has no effect on air temperature
- It lowers the night mean minimum temperature
Why does solar radiation play a crucial role in a hot-humid tropical climate with regards to building design?
Why does solar radiation play a crucial role in a hot-humid tropical climate with regards to building design?
- It can be blocked by clouds affecting building comfort (correct)
- It helps in reducing humidity levels inside buildings
- It has no impact on building design
- It warms up the buildings during the day
In a hot-humid tropical climate, what climatic element is responsible for fluctuations in air temperature?
In a hot-humid tropical climate, what climatic element is responsible for fluctuations in air temperature?
What is a characteristic of annual rainfall in a hot-humid tropical climate?
What is a characteristic of annual rainfall in a hot-humid tropical climate?
How does topography influence wind flow?
How does topography influence wind flow?
In a hot-humid tropical climate, what role does solar radiation play?
In a hot-humid tropical climate, what role does solar radiation play?
What is the primary implication of topography on wind circulation?
What is the primary implication of topography on wind circulation?
How does high relative humidity affect air temperature in a hot-humid tropical climate?
How does high relative humidity affect air temperature in a hot-humid tropical climate?
What is the significance of land and sea breezes in a coastal area?
What is the significance of land and sea breezes in a coastal area?
How do atmospheric circulation patterns affect building design?
How do atmospheric circulation patterns affect building design?
Why is understanding topography important for urban planners and architects?
Why is understanding topography important for urban planners and architects?
What is one implication of natural physical features on urban design?
What is one implication of natural physical features on urban design?
How can zoning regulations impact the design of buildings?
How can zoning regulations impact the design of buildings?
What is a key factor that determines the circulation of utilities in urban areas?
What is a key factor that determines the circulation of utilities in urban areas?
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