CID Materials and Sustainability 5

Question 1

Which of the following most improves indoor air quality during and after construction?

Accepted Answer

Specifying low-emitting materials and adequate ventilation

Answer

Low-emitting materials plus ventilation reduce pollutants indoors.

Question 2

A sustainable countertop option made from recycled paper and resin is:

Accepted Answer

Paper composite (e.g., PaperStone)

Answer

Paper composite countertops use recycled paper bonded with resin.

Question 3

Which factor does NOT contribute to a material being 'green'?

Accepted Answer

High volatile organic compound emissions

Answer

High VOC emissions harm air quality, making a material less sustainable.

Question 4

Reclaimed wood is valued in sustainable design mainly because it:

Accepted Answer

Reuses existing material and avoids new harvesting

Answer

Reclaimed wood repurposes existing timber, avoiding new tree harvesting.

Question 5

Which insulation material is derived from recycled denim or cotton?

Accepted Answer

Cotton/denim batt insulation

Answer

Recycled cotton and denim can be manufactured into batt insulation.

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