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Quiz by james crowley, updated more than 1 year ago
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Created by james crowley
over 4 years ago
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Question 1
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State two reasons why it is important to conserve water and electricity in domestic dwellings
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It is less harmful to the environment
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The release of CO2 into the atmosphere during the production of electricity
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It makes you feel better
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It's government policy
Question 2
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List three methods of conserving water
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flow reducing valves
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spray taps
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Having fewer baths
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Low volume WC flush
Question 3
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State the importance of reducing carbon emissions from domestic dwellings
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It helps lower costs
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To prevent the release of harmful gases into the atmosphere.
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To avoid damaging the ozone layer
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It's ethical
Question 4
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Which one of the following is a good working practice which would conserve energy and protect the environment?
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Reduce transportation costs.
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Buy materials from the cheapest country.
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Transport materials by air.
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Use lighter materials.
Question 5
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Which one of the following shows energy conservation?
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a) Sourcing materials locally and using renewable sources.
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b) Using renewable sources and lighter materials.
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c) Building gas fired power stations and reducing material costs.
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d) Transporting materials by road and reducing transportation costs.
Question 6
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State whether the following statement is true or false.
“Cutting and setting out pipe and cable/trunking runs accurately, is a good method of reducing material wastage.”
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- True
- False
Question 7
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Heat pumps work on the principal that heat is provided
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a) by the sun
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b) from wood
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c) from the ground or air
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d) from wind or waves
Question 8
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Which one of the following provides heat from wood pellets?
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a) Biomass.
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b) Air source.
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c) Solar Photovoltaic.
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d) Ground source.
Question 9
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State the name of two organisations which give advice and guidance on energy saving and conservation techniques
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Greenpeace
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Energy saving trust
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HSE
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Carbon trust
Question 10
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State one piece of legislation regarding waste disposal.
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The site waste management plans regulations
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RIDDOR
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COSHH
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