Which of the following can increase the heat island effect in urban areas?

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试卷: LEED AP BD+C模拟题C[查看]
Which of the following can increase the heat island effect in urban areas?
A: Underground parking
B: Hardscapes shaded by trees
C: Reduced air flow from tall buildings and narrow streets
D: Large areas of turf grass

参考答案: C

本题解释:
Underground parking is a LEED strategy to reduce the heat island effect because it reduces the need for paved parking surfaces exposed to the sun.

Hardscapes shaded by trees is a strategy to reduce the heat island effect.


The primary cause of the heat island effect is dark surfaces such as rooftops or dark asphalt pavement that absorb heat and radiate it into the surrounding areas.

Reduced air flow between buildings and narrow streets also increases the effect.

Other causes of the heat island effect include air-conditioners, vehicle exhaust, and calm and sunny weather.

Any type of vegetation will help reduce the heat island effect. Plants absorb the heat and do not radiate it.