Explanation should include
- defining direct, indirect, and isolated solar gain
- identifying examples of each.
Process/Skill Questions:
- What considerations influence the choice to use direct, indirect, or isolated solar gain?
- How can the use of direct, indirect, and isolated solar gain be used to offset energy consumption?
- How can planting trees decrease the cooling cost for a business?
- What is the average temperature of the earth at five feet deep?
- How does a light shelf reduce cooling loads?
- How does natural convection play a role in cooling?