Technologies and Materials Crossword Puzzle

QUESTIONS LIST:

• cable : electrical conductor, usually made of copper, used to transmit power and signals.
• sip : acronym for panels combining insulation and structural support, used in wall construction.
• foundations : the lowest part of a building, supporting the structure and distributing its weight to the ground.
• grey water : wastewater from baths and sinks that can be reused for irrigation or flushing toilets.
• heat pumps : transfer heat from air, ground or water into buildings as renewable heating solutions.
• rainwater : collected from roofs and stored for reuse in non-potable systems like toilet flushing.
• drainage : system that removes wastewater from buildings and transports it to treatment or disposal sites.
• plasterboard : used on internal walls and ceilings before applying decorative finishes.
• insulation : material used to reduce heat loss or gain, improving a building's energy efficiency.
• joists : horizontal supports for floors or ceilings, often made of timber, steel, or concrete.
• superstructure : the part of a building above ground, including the frame, walls, and roof.
• cladding : an external layer that protects buildings from weather and can provide insulation.
• solar panels : devices that convert sunlight into electricity using photovoltaic technology.
• substructure : includes foundations and other parts of the building below ground level.
• wind turbines : machines that convert wind energy into electricity, either pole or building-mounted.