Plumbing Flashcard

Front

What happens to most materials when they cool?

Back

Most materials contract when they cool due to the molecules slowing down and moving closer to each other.

Front

What happens to water when it freezes?

Back

Water expands when it freezes.

Front

Why is it important to keep sewer gas out of your home?

Back

Sewer gases can make you sick.

Front

What scientific concept do drainage pipes utilize to move downward?

Back

Gravity.

Front

Why did the water travel further out the holes near the bottom of the bottle when the tape was removed?

Back

There was more water pressure.

Front

What is the definition of gravity?

Back

Gravity is the force that attracts a body toward the center of the earth, or toward any other physical body having mass.

Front

What is the role of vents in plumbing systems?

Back

Vents allow sewer gases to escape and help maintain proper pressure in the drainage system.

Front

What is the purpose of traps in plumbing?

Back

Traps prevent sewer gases from entering the home by holding a small amount of water.

Front

What is the principle of siphoning?

Back

Siphoning is the process of transferring liquid from one container to another using gravity and atmospheric pressure.

Front

What is water pressure?

Back

Water pressure is the force exerted by water in a system, which can affect the flow and movement of water.