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Indoor Environmental Quality and Biophilia Quiz

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According to the concept of Biophilia proposed by Edward O. Wilson, what does it suggest about human connection with nature?

Humans are at their best when isolated from nature.

Humans have an innate need to bond with other living systems. (correct)

Humans have a subconscious need to avoid natural environments.

Humans have no connection with nature.

What environmental movement in 1962 initially focused on issues related to DDT, pesticides, air pollution, and global warming?

Modern environmental movement (correct)

Green building standard movement

Brundtland report movement

Tripple Bottom Line movement

What is the main focus of the 1987 Brundtland report 'Our Common Future'?

Concept of social sustainability (correct)

Advocacy for green building standards

Continued economic growth leading to overuse of environmental resources

Impact of buildings on the environment

What is the purpose of green building standards and codes, such as ISO?

To assure the quality of products and provide guidelines for sustainability Signup and view all the answers

In the context of sustainability, what does the Tripple Bottom Line concept encompass?

Social, economic, and environmental sustainability Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of performance-based codes?

Achieving certain results Signup and view all the answers

What organization developed the International Green Construction Code (IgCC)?

International Code Council (ICC) Signup and view all the answers

Which certification is considered most respected for green products?

Certification awarded by an independent third party Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) according to ISO 14040?

Environmental impact from a life cycle perspective Signup and view all the answers

What is the main aim of Green Building Rating Systems (GBRS)?

Measuring and assessing environmental performance of buildings Signup and view all the answers