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Why are chimney's placed above the roof of a house?
Because the gases formed by combustion are lighter than air, so creating an updraft
Why is it helpful for people to know if heat is escaping from buildings?
so that it is less expensive as you don't have to pay as much for heating. It also helps prevent global warming. It also saves energy and helps keep the house warm if u prevent the house form loosing heat. T :) TAMI
Which does not belong to this group building skyscraper house cottage?
The one that does not belong, is the cottage because houses buildings and skyscraper are all urban places to live in. While the cottage alone is in the forest.
Why are heating vents usually placed on the floor of a home?
Convection. The hotter air is less dense than the cooler air already there so, the warmer air will rise to the top of the house while pushing the cooler air down.
How does water damage the foundation?
Water can damage the foundations of a house and they can suffer badly from the effects if they are made of concrete. While water damage to carpets and furniture is a pain, foundations that has been damaged by standing water can be a big problem as it can affect the structure of the building. This damage caused by flooding can not only weaken the foundations but in the worst cases, potentially cause the house to become unstable.
