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What type of waste water includes water plus human waste solid and liquid, urine, that is flushed out of toilets and urinals?
What type of waste water includes water plus human waste solid and liquid, urine, that is flushed out of toilets and urinals?
- Grey Water
- Black Water (correct)
- Sewage Water
- Storm Water
Which type of pipe conveys the discharge of water closets, urinals, or fixtures having similar functions?
Which type of pipe conveys the discharge of water closets, urinals, or fixtures having similar functions?
- Stack
- Vent
- Soli Stack Pipe
- Soil Pipe (correct)
What is an extension of a soil or waste stack above the highest horizontal drain connected to the stack?
What is an extension of a soil or waste stack above the highest horizontal drain connected to the stack?
- Solvent
- Vent
- Stack Vent (correct)
- Branch Vent
What is the general term used for any vertical line of soil, waste, or vent piping?
What is the general term used for any vertical line of soil, waste, or vent piping?
What type of pipe is used for ensuring the circulation of air in a plumbing system and for reducing the pressure exerted on trap seals?
What type of pipe is used for ensuring the circulation of air in a plumbing system and for reducing the pressure exerted on trap seals?
Which part of a piping system is the principal artery of the system to which branches may be connected?
Which part of a piping system is the principal artery of the system to which branches may be connected?
What is the primary function of a relief vent?
What is the primary function of a relief vent?
What is the vertical distance between the dip and crown wire of a trap called?
What is the vertical distance between the dip and crown wire of a trap called?
What is the function of a cleanout ferrule in a pipe?
What is the function of a cleanout ferrule in a pipe?
What does a house trap prevent from passing through a pipe?
What does a house trap prevent from passing through a pipe?
What is the purpose of a sump in a plumbing system?
What is the purpose of a sump in a plumbing system?
What is the definition of sewage?
What is the definition of sewage?
What is the function of a public sewer?
What is the function of a public sewer?
What does a house drain receive the discharge from?
What does a house drain receive the discharge from?
What is the role of a shaft in a building?
What is the role of a shaft in a building?
What is the definition of a pipe chase?
What is the definition of a pipe chase?
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Black Water
Black Water
Wastewater containing human waste (solid and liquid) from toilets and urinals.
Soil Pipe
Soil Pipe
A pipe carrying waste from toilets and urinals.
Stack Vent
Stack Vent
Part of a plumbing system extending above the highest drain to improve air circulation.
Stack
Stack
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Vent Pipe
Vent Pipe
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Main Pipe
Main Pipe
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Relief Vent
Relief Vent
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Seql
Seql
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Cleanout Ferrule
Cleanout Ferrule
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House Trap
House Trap
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Sump
Sump
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Sewage
Sewage
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Public Sewer
Public Sewer
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House Drain
House Drain
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Pipe Chase
Pipe Chase
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Study Notes
Types of Wastewater
- Sanitary wastewater includes water plus human waste (solid and liquid), urine, flushed out of toilets and urinals.
Pipes and Fittings
- Soil waste pipe conveys discharge of water closets, urinals, or fixtures having similar functions.
- A vent pipe ensures circulation of air in a plumbing system and reduces pressure exerted on trap seals.
Piping System
- A stack is a vertical line of soil, waste, or vent piping.
- A branch line is connected to a main line, the principal artery of the system.
- The primary function of a relief vent is to relieve pressure in the system.
Traps and Draining
- A trap seal is protected by the vertical distance between the dip and crown wire of a trap, called the trap seal depth.
- A cleanout ferrule in a pipe allows for easy cleaning and maintenance.
- A house trap prevents sewer gases from passing through a pipe.
- A sump in a plumbing system collects and holds wastewater before pumping or draining.
Sewer Systems
- Sewage is wastewater that includes human waste, urine, and other pollutants.
- A public sewer collects and transports sewage away from buildings.
- A house drain receives discharge from plumbing fixtures and appliances.
Building Infrastructure
- A shaft in a building is a vertical passage for pipes, ducts, and cables.
- A pipe chase is a narrow, enclosed space in a building for hiding pipes and conduits.
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Test your knowledge of plumbing systems and sanitary drainage with this quiz. Learn about the different types of waste water and elements of the sanitary system like soil pipes and stacks.
