Architecture and Design Building Materials and Construction 2

Question 1

What is the R-value of a building material a measure of?

Accepted Answer

Thermal resistance

Answer

Structural rigidity

Answer

Fire resistance

Answer

Sound attenuation

Question 2

Which type of masonry unit is most commonly used for interior non-load-bearing partitions?

Accepted Answer

Concrete Masonry Unit (CMU)

Answer

Solid brick

Answer

Natural stone

Answer

Glass block

Question 3

Cross-laminated timber (CLT) is used in construction primarily for:

Accepted Answer

Mass timber walls, floors, and roofs

Answer

Roof flashing

Answer

Window glazing

Answer

Foundation waterproofing

Question 4

What is the purpose of weep holes in masonry cavity walls?

Accepted Answer

Drainage of water from the cavity

Answer

Structural ventilation

Answer

Air barrier continuity

Answer

Seismic movement accommodation

Question 5

Which insulation material has the highest R-value per inch?

Accepted Answer

Closed-cell spray polyurethane foam

Answer

Fiberglass batt

Answer

Cellulose

Answer

Mineral wool

Question 6

What does 'STC rating' measure in building materials?

Accepted Answer

Sound Transmission Class

Answer

Structural Thermal Coefficient

Answer

Surface Tensile Capacity

Answer

Solar Transmittance Coefficient