Exam 10: Hardscape

A change of texture or color is advisable at the top and bottom of a set of steps for what practical reason?

The white light of low-voltage systems is comparable to the light of the ____________________.

The term hardscape generally refers to landscape materials that are not plants.

A ____________________ walk connects areas used less often and by fewer people.

Exactly how many volts are carried by low-voltage lighting systems?

If the water feature is to support plants, it must receive adequate sunlight; on the other hand, if fish are involved, too much sunlight could be a detriment.

To avoid stagnation, water features need the water to ____________________, even if only slightly.

The use of 12-volt lighting systems, according to Underwriters Laboratories, presents less of a shock hazard to users and installers.

When designing a naturalistic water feature, the source must always be believable as to its origin.

The designer has the responsibility to query and advise the client before specifying hardscape selections.