Construction and Building Tools

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What is the primary function of a septic tank?

To discharge wastewater directly to the public sewer

To treat industrial wastewater

To receive and partially treat raw domestic sanitary wastewater (correct)

To store rainwater for irrigation

Which type of joint is suitable for pipes of different diameters?

Soldered joints

Threaded joints

Brazed joints

Socket-welded joints (correct)

What is the advantage of using brazed joints?

They are less expensive

They are suitable for pipes of different diameters

They are easier to install

They can connect copper pipes or copper alloy pipes (correct)

What is the primary purpose of a public sewer system?

To process sewage water mainly in urban districts Signup and view all the answers

Why are labor costs high for socket-welded joints?

Due to the unavailability of trained welders and fitters Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a vent with a fly screen?

To prevent insects from entering the drainage system Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the slope or pitch in a drainage system?

To allow wastewater to flow freely to the house drain Signup and view all the answers

What is the temperature at which brazing is done?

Above 840°C Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of a vent system in a plumbing system?

To provide a flow of circulation of air within the plumbing system Signup and view all the answers

What is a sanitary sewer intended for?

Receiving sanitary sewage or industrial waste Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of caulkling in plumbing?

To plug openings with oakum, lead or other materials Signup and view all the answers

What is a waste pipe in a plumbing system?

A pipe that conveys liquid waste from fixtures that is free of fecal matter Signup and view all the answers

What is a branch vent in a plumbing system?

A vent connecting one or more individual vents with a vent stack Signup and view all the answers

What is a plumbing fixture?

A receptacle or device supplied with water or which receives or discharges liquid Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of a public sewer?

To serve as a common sewer directly controlled by public authorities Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the installation of all parts of the plumbing system prior to the installation of fixtures?

Rough-in Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of a water closet?

To convey organic body waste to the plumbing system Signup and view all the answers

Which type of pipe is commonly used for wastewater treatment?

High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) Pipes Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a channel drain?

To convey unwanted water or waste liquids away from a specific area Signup and view all the answers

Which type of pipe fitting is used to join two sections of pipes?

Pipe Fittings Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of a bathtub?

To hold water for bathing Signup and view all the answers

Which type of pipe is commonly used for sewage systems?

Cast Iron Pipe Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of measuring tools in plumbing?

To obtain and compare physical quantities of real-world objects and events Signup and view all the answers

What is a bidet?

A plumbing fixture more closely related to a shower than to a toilet bowl Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Plumbing Fixtures and Systems

A vent is provided with a fly screen to prevent insects from entering the vent.
Septic tanks are buried, watertight tanks that receive and partially treat raw domestic sanitary wastewater.

Drainage System

The drainage system conveys water from closets and fixtures to the house drain, which should be properly concealed or embedded.
The soil pipe receives and conveys drainage of water closets and other fixtures to the house drain.

Vents and Sewers

A branch vent connects one or more individual vents with a vent stack.
Main sewer is the sewer line or system directly controlled by public authority.
Public sewer is a common sewer where all abutters have equal rights of connection.
Sanitary sewer is a sewer intended to receive sanitary sewage or industrial waste without the admixture of water or storm water.

Plumbing System

Plumbing system includes water supply distribution pipes, fixtures, and traps, soil, waste, and vent pipes.
Vent system is a pipe installed to provide a flow of air circulation within the plumbing system to protect trap seals from siphoning and back pressure.
Rough-in is the installation of all parts of the plumbing system which can be completed prior to the installation of fixtures.

Water Supply System

Water supply system consists of the water service pipe that supplies water to a building or premises.

Pipes and Fittings

Pipes can be made of Cast Iron, High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE), Low-Density Polyethylene (LDPE), Polypropylene (PPr), or Lead.
Pipe fittings are used to join two sections of pipes, including copper supply, galvanized supply, plastic supply, polyethylene and spigot supply, and polypropylene random copolymer plastic.

Plumbing Fixtures

Water closets are plumbing fixtures used to convey organic body waste to the plumbing system, including pail flush type, squat type, wash down type, reverse type, and siphon jet type.
Bath tubs are containers for holding water in which a person may bathe.
Bidets are plumbing fixtures closely related to a shower than to a toilet bowl.

Tools

Driving tools include hammer/sledge hammer, screwdriver, and wrenches.
Testing tools are used in finding out how well the finished work is in terms of vertical and horizontal alignment.
Measuring tools are used to obtain and compare physical quantities of real-world objects and events.

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Description

This quiz covers the different types of tools used in construction and building, including testing tools, driving tools, and their purposes.