Active and Passive Solar Heating

What are the two types of solar heating systems?

• active

• hot

• passive

• cold

Check passive or active.

This heating system is simple: reduce heat loss and increase heat gain from the sun

• passive

• active

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Which below is NOT a part of an active solar heating system?

• collector

• functionator

• storage unit

• distribution unit

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What is the function of the collector in active solar heating systems?

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In the Northern Hemisphere, which side of the house would you want your windows on in a passive solar heating system?

• north

• east

• south

• west

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Solar heating systems rely on which natural source of thermal energy?

• sun

• geothermal

• fire

• decay

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What colour would you want your floors/walls to be in order to absorb radiant energy in a passive solar heating system?

• light pink

• white

• neon

• dark (grey or black)

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What helps heat from escaping in both active and passive solar heating systems?

• good conductors

• good insulation

• good cupboards

• good refrigerators

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How would you rate your understanding of passive and active solar heating?

• I could tell you all about it! I have a great understanding.

• I'm doing pretty good - I have a good grasp.

• EHHHH - I got the basics but need to go back and re-read the textbook and watch the video again.

• WHAT ARE WE EVEN DOING?!?!?!?

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True or False - In Canada, you'd probably need a back up system if you're using active or passive solar heating.

• True

• False

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