Air Conditioning Flashcard

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What materials should buildings use to absorb heat during the day?

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Materials that absorb and release heat.

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What is a benefit of using fans until it gets too hot?

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They help reduce the need for air conditioning.

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What should be done with old air conditioners to prevent environmental harm?

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Recycle or destroy their refrigerants.

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What is one way to generate electricity without releasing heat or CO2?

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Using solar panels.

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What is a problem with air conditioning besides burning fossil fuels?

Back

It leaks powerful refrigerants.

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What is the purpose of air conditioning?

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To cool indoor spaces by removing heat and humidity.

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What is a refrigerant?

Back

A substance used in air conditioning systems to absorb and release heat.

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How do solar panels work?

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They convert sunlight into electricity without producing CO2.

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What is energy efficiency?

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Using less energy to provide the same service or output.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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The warming of Earth due to trapped heat from greenhouse gases.