Chapter 1-Quiz

1. What is the basic principle of a solar water heater?

2. Which type of solar water heater operates without a pump, using a natural circulation principle?

3. What type of solar panel is the most efficient for a water heater?

4. What is the main advantage of a forced circulation solar water heater?

5. What is the main disadvantage of a thermosiphon solar water heater?

6. Which type of solar water heater is most suitable for areas with little sun?

7. What is the advantage of a heat pump solar water heater?

8. What is the ideal orientation of solar panels for a solar water heater in the northern hemisphere?

9. What maintenance is required for a solar water heater?

10. What is the average efficiency of a solar water heater?

11. Can a solar water heater be used for home heating?

12. What is the essential element for a solar water heater to work efficiently?

Solar heating