Briefly explain the concept of wind-driven ventilation, Civil Engineering

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(a) Briefly explain the concept of wind-driven ventilation and outlines its benefits over mechanical/electrical means of ventilation.

(b) Various factors and guidelines need to be considered in designing a building for natural ventilation.

Explain and illustrate on the orientation of building, layout of facade and positioning and size of windows.

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