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Q: Hollow bricks are generally used with the purpose of...................
  • A. Reducing the cost of construction
  • B. Providing insulation against heat
  • C. Increasing the bearing area
  • D. Ornamental look
Correct Answer: Option B - Hollow brick are generally used – • The air present in the hollow area of these brick make them thermal insulators. • They are also provide more sound insulation as compared to solid brick. • They keep the interiors cold in summer and warm in winter especially the "clay hollow brick".
B. Hollow brick are generally used – • The air present in the hollow area of these brick make them thermal insulators. • They are also provide more sound insulation as compared to solid brick. • They keep the interiors cold in summer and warm in winter especially the "clay hollow brick".

Explanations:

Hollow brick are generally used – • The air present in the hollow area of these brick make them thermal insulators. • They are also provide more sound insulation as compared to solid brick. • They keep the interiors cold in summer and warm in winter especially the "clay hollow brick".