Sustainable Building Materials Quiz

What is the primary environmental concern associated with concrete and steel production?

• Greenhouse gas emissions

• Soil erosion

• Water pollution

• Deforestation

Why is cork considered a highly sustainable building material?

• It requires no tree cutting for harvesting

• It is fire-resistant

• It is waterproof

• It is cheaper than other materials

What is the main advantage of using coffee husks in construction?

• They are waterproof

• They are lightweight and easy to install

• They are cheaper than other materials

• They are fire-resistant

What is newspaper wood primarily used for?

• Large-scale construction

• Roofing

• Insulation

• Floorboards and furniture

What unique property does mycelium have that makes it suitable for construction?

• It is fire-resistant

• It is waterproof

• It is cheaper than other materials

• It self-regenerates quickly

How is green algae used in construction in Hamburg, Germany?

• As a building material

• To provide energy for buildings

• As a decorative element

• As insulation

What is the primary benefit of recycling diapers into building materials?

• It is fire-resistant

• It is cheaper than other materials

• It saves landfill space

• It reduces water pollution

What is cob made from?

• Recycled plastic

• Sand, clay, and straw

• Seaweed

• Coffee husks

What problem did Kenyan engineer Nzambi Mate aim to solve with her plastic waste recycling initiative?

• Deforestation

• Water pollution

• Plastic waste pollution

• Air pollution

What is a modern example of seaweed use in construction?

• Seaweed bricks

• Seaweed roofing

• Seaweed insulation

• Seaweed pillows for cladding