PART 3: Draft Water Distribution System

What is PLUMBING?

• A method of decorating buildings

• The art and science of installing pipes and fixtures for water supply and wastewater disposal

• A way to heat water

• The process of purifying water

What is the purpose of a PLUMBING SYSTEM?

• To regulate water temperature

• To supply and distribute water while safely disposing of wastewater

• To store rainwater for later use

• To measure water quality

What is a PLUMBING FIXTURE?

• A pipe used for transporting gas

• A device that is supplied with water or discharges liquid waste

• A decorative piece in the bathroom

• A type of underground water tank

What is the function of a WATER MAIN?

• It provides electricity to the house

• It connects appliances to the plumbing system

• It refers to the public water connection that supplies buildings

• It is used to store wastewater

Which of the following is a horizontal pipe that supplies water to faucets or fixtures?

• Riser

• Fixture branch

• Stack

• Water main

Which method is NOT a type of cold-water distribution system?

• Overhead feed system

• By air pressure distribution system

• By gravity flow

• By normal water pressure from the public main

What is an isometric drawing used for?

• To illustrate the water flow within pipes

• To represent a three-dimensional view of plumbing layouts

• To show only cold-water distribution

• To create a floor plan

Which professional is primarily responsible for plumbing installations?

• Electrician

• Civil engineer

• Licensed master plumber

• Architect

Why is it important to maintain uniform pipe slopes in a plumbing system?

• To ensure proper drainage and avoid blockages

• To reduce the cost of installation

• To make the system look organized

• To minimize the need for cleanouts

Why should all plumbing fixtures be vented?

• To increase water pressure

• To prevent foul odors and allow air circulation

• To reduce plumbing costs

• To connect to the electrical system