Sustainability in Building Design
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Which type of building design is adopted in hot and humid climates?

  • Buildings with no windows
  • Buildings with small windows
  • Buildings with large windows (correct)
  • Buildings with underground windows

    • What is the purpose of using overhangs and shutters in buildings in hot and humid climates?

  • To protect from rain (correct)
  • To exhaust hot air layers
  • To minimize heat gain
  • To maximize ventilation

    • What type of construction material is commonly used in buildings in hot and humid climates?

  • Concrete
  • Brick
  • Steel
  • Lightweight wood (correct)

    • What is the purpose of high windows in buildings in hot and humid climates?

    <p>To exhaust hot air layers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of roofs are popular in areas with hot and humid climates?

    <p>Pitched roofs</p> Signup and view all the answers

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