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What is the purpose of a Yoke vent in a plumbing system?

  • To connect a soil or waste stack below the floor to an adjacent vent stack (correct)
  • To connect two fixture drains together
  • To increase the water pressure in the fixtures
  • To prevent backflow in the drainage system

    • What is the main function of a Vacuum breaker in plumbing?

  • To reduce the temperature of the water supply
  • To prevent backflow by allowing air into the system (correct)
  • To increase the flow rate of water in the pipes
  • To maintain atmospheric pressure in the drainage system

    • What is the correct definition of Domestic Sewage?

  • Wastewater that contains industrial waste
  • Sewage that is not discharged into public sewers
  • Liquid or waterborne waste without industrial contaminants (correct)
  • Any liquid discharge from fixtures containing fecal matter

    • What is the purpose of an Indirect waste pipe in a plumbing system?

    <p>To not directly connect to the building's drainage system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a Cesspool used for in a plumbing system?

    <p>To collect seepage and allow liquid to seep through sides</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes a Main/Public sewer from a Private sewer?

    <p>Main/Public sewers are controlled by administrative authorities, while Private sewers are privately owned</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the flow rate in gallons per minute of a fixture unit?

    <p>7.5 gallons per minute</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which fixture type is specifically meant for washing the middle part of the body?

    <p>Bidet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many floor drains are included in the plumbing unit standard?

    <p>1</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum number of lavatories in a plumbing unit as per the standards?

    <p>1</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which water source runs off over the surface of the ground?

    <p>Surface Water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the normal force exerted by a homogenous liquid or gas called?

    <p>Static Pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Pressure Water is defined as:

    <p><strong>Pressure due to friction loss</strong></p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following sources of water passes through the ground?

    <p><strong>Ground Water</strong></p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Residual pressure refer to?

    <p><strong>Pressure due to friction loss, head loss, meter loss during MAX</strong></p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of a flush tank in plumbing fixtures?

    <p>To discharge a predetermined quantity of water for flushing purposes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of pipe is specifically used for conveying liquid waste free from fecal matter?

    <p>Soil Stack</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a building subdrain in the drainage system?

    <p>To receive subsurface or seepage water only</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following accurately describes a Gate Valve?

    <p>A valve where the flow of water is cut off by a circular disk</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of a backwater valve in plumbing?

    <p>To prevent reverse flow in a drainage system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of a riser in plumbing systems?

    <p>To convey potable water from the building supply pipe to fixtures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In plumbing, what does IPS stand for?

    <p>Iron Pipe Size</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which pipe material is commonly used for wastewater conveyance?

    <p><strong>ABS</strong> acrylonitrile butadiene styrene</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of a Ferrule in plumbing fittings?

    <p><strong>Ferrule</strong> is caulked to an opening to clean or examine a pipe's interior</p> Signup and view all the answers

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