Air handler

High school (ages 12+)
Science & Technology

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/air-handler

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the core functionality?To condition (temperature, humidity) and distribute air, while managing ventilation and filtration
2. What is the system integration?Integral component of HVAC systems, connected via ductwork for air distribution
3. How does an air handler keep the air clean?It uses filters, from simple dust filters to HEPA filters, to trap dirt and germs. It also mixes fresh outside air with air that comes back from inside.
4. Why do we need air handlers in hospitals and labs?In places like hospitals and labs, air handlers must be very clean and have special filters to keep the air pure so patients and scientists stay healthy.

Air Handling Unit (AHU): A central device in HVAC systems that conditions and circulates air throughout a building.
Indoor Air Quality (IAQ): The quality of air within and around a building, impacting occupant health and comfort.
Rooftop Unit (RTU): A self-contained HVAC unit installed on the roof of a building, combining heating, cooling, and ventilation.