General
What is the main purpose of a P-trap in a plumbing system?
To prevent sewer gases from entering the home by trapping water in a curved pipe section.
Copper pipe with the thickest wall
Type K
What tool is commonly used to clear a clogged drain?
drain snake (auger).
PEX from furgy commonly comes in what length
20'
What is a common nickname for a plumber?
Pipefitter
50/50 Solder is made of
50% tin, 50% Lead
what is the bacteria that can grow in your water hater
Legionella
What does FVIR STAND FOR
FLAMIBLIE VAPOR IGNITION RISSITAN
Type of copper used in underground residential work
Type K
Which part of the human body did ancient Roman engineers use to measure the flow rate of water?
The thumb; they would use their thumb to estimate flow rates and pipe sizes.
What does the term "sweating" refer to in plumbing?
The process of soldering copper pipes and fittings together.
A home has banging pipes when faucets close quickly. Aside from air chambers, this device should be installed at fixture branches to solve it.
water hamer arrestor
What type of wrench is often used for tightening or loosening gas fittings?
A pipe wrench.
What is the most common back flow preventer
rpz
What plumbing fixture is commonly referred to as the "throne"?
The toilet.
What is the standard size of a residential toilet drain pipe?
3 inches in diameter.
Light wall copper pipe
Type M
What is the term for the angle at which a drain pipe must be installed to ensure proper flow and prevent blockages?
Slope or pitch (typically 1/4 inch per foot).
Prevents over pressurizing in hydronic systems
Pressure relief valve
Who is a famous video game series known for being a plumber?
Mario from the Super Mario series.
What does the acronym PEX stand for in plumbing?
Cross-Linked Polyethylene.
This type of trap is prohibited by both IPC and UPC because it can easily lose its water seal.
s trap
The maximum support spacing for horizontal ¾" copper tubing is this many feet.
6 feet
when would you use 50/50 solder
drain lines
Which ancient civilization is credited with developing the first known plumbing systems?
The Indus Valley Civilization