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Sustainable Shipping Containers in Construction

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What is the main reason why shipping containers are an attractive alternative to traditional construction materials like cement?

They are more cost-effective to produce

They have a lower environmental impact during manufacturing (correct)

They are more durable and long-lasting

They are easier to transport and move around

What is the approximate number of import and export containers being moved through the port of Oakland on the day described in the passage?

Around 6,000 imports and 5,000 exports (correct)

Around 10,000 containers

Around 6,000 exports and 5,000 imports

Around 11,000 containers

What is the primary purpose of the large cranes seen at the port of Oakland?

To stack the containers in organized piles on the dock

To move the containers onto and off of trucks for transport

To load and unload cargo ships with containers (correct)

To transport the containers from the docks to nearby warehouses

What does the passage mean when it refers to the port having "a lot of empties"?

Shipping containers that are currently not being used to transport cargo Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary advantage of using shipping containers for construction that is mentioned in the passage?

They are modular, movable, and durable Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the architecture firm that created the Proxy project mentioned in the passage?

Envelope Signup and view all the answers

What is the main material used to construct the buildings in the text?

Shipping containers Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the conveyor belt system mentioned in the text?

To display the clothing sold in the store Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason the text suggests that shipping container buildings may not be as eco-friendly as they seem?

The text does not suggest that shipping container buildings are not eco-friendly Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Proxy development mentioned in the text?

To create a retail and dining space using shipping containers Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the Aether clothing store's architecture, as described in the text?

It is a unique and visually striking design Signup and view all the answers