What Do You Know About Backflow?

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Just like with any other trade, the plumbing trade has its own vocabulary. It is specific to a number of anomalies found in the water or the installations responsible for transporting or storing the water. So, what do you know about plumbing? Do you want to find out by trying our small quiz? Suit yourself and see how well you end up doing.

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1.

What are the reasons for a backflow?
- A.
  
  The rain
- B.
  
  Back pressure
- C.
  
  Back pressure or back siphonage
- D.
  
  Floods
Correct Answer
C. Back pressure or back siphonage

Explanation
Backflow can occur due to back pressure or back siphonage. Back pressure happens when there is an increase in pressure in the downstream piping, causing the water to flow back into the supply line. This can occur due to factors such as pumps, thermal expansion, or high pressure in the downstream system. Back siphonage, on the other hand, occurs when there is a negative pressure in the supply line, causing water to be drawn back into the system from a contaminated source. This can happen due to events like water main breaks, firefighting activities, or a loss of supply pressure.

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2.

What is a back siphonage?
- A.
  
  It's the result of supply pressure being lowered below that of the system.
- B.
  
  It's the result of pressure being lowered.
- C.
  
  It's the result of supply pressure being increased above that of the system.
- D.
  
  It's the result of pressure being lowered below water.
Correct Answer
A. It's the result of supply pressure being lowered below that of the system.

Explanation
Back siphonage occurs when the supply pressure of a system is reduced below that of the system itself. This can happen when there is a sudden drop in pressure in the supply line, causing a reverse flow of water or other fluids. This can be problematic as it can lead to contamination of the water supply, especially if there are cross-connections between potable and non-potable water sources. To prevent back siphonage, backflow prevention devices are installed in plumbing systems to ensure that the supply pressure remains higher than the system pressure.

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What's the other term for potable water?
- A.
  
  Tap water
- B.
  
  Bottled water
- C.
  
  Drinking water
- D.
  
  Rain water
Correct Answer
C. Drinking water

Explanation
The other term for potable water is drinking water. Potable water refers to water that is safe and suitable for consumption by humans. It is treated and purified to remove impurities and contaminants, making it suitable for drinking. Tap water, bottled water, and rainwater can all fall under the category of drinking water if they meet the necessary quality standards.

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4.

What's regurgitation?
- A.
  
  It's flooding.
- B.
  
  It's throwing up.
- C.
  
  It's blood flow in the opposite direction from normal.
- D.
  
  It's the formation of waves in the ocean.
Correct Answer
C. It's blood flow in the opposite direction from normal.

Explanation
Regurgitation refers to the abnormal flow of blood in the opposite direction from its normal path. This condition typically occurs when a valve in the heart fails to close properly, causing blood to leak back into the previous chamber. It is commonly associated with heart valve diseases such as mitral valve regurgitation or aortic valve regurgitation. This explanation provides a clear understanding of what regurgitation means in the context of blood flow.

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5.

What's the other term for regurgitation?
- A.
  
  Reflux
- B.
  
  Flood
- C.
  
  Relapse
- D.
  
  Explosion
Correct Answer
A. Reflux

Explanation
Regurgitation refers to the backward flow of stomach contents into the esophagus. The term "reflux" is synonymous with regurgitation and is commonly used to describe this condition. Reflux occurs when the lower esophageal sphincter, a muscular ring that separates the stomach from the esophagus, weakens or relaxes, allowing stomach acid and partially digested food to flow back up into the esophagus. Therefore, reflux is the other term for regurgitation.

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6.

What represents category 5 into the risk of water contamination?
- A.
  
  Boiling water
- B.
  
  Salty water
- C.
  
  Serious health risk.
- D.
  
  Muddy water
Correct Answer
C. Serious health risk.

Explanation
Category 5 represents a serious health risk in terms of water contamination. This means that the water is highly contaminated and poses a significant threat to human health. It may contain harmful bacteria, viruses, chemicals, or other contaminants that can cause severe illness or even death if consumed. Therefore, it is important to avoid drinking or using this water without proper treatment or filtration.

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What's the other term for a check valve?
- A.
  
  Water valve
- B.
  
  Valve
- C.
  
  Clerk valve
- D.
  
  Clack valve
Correct Answer
D. Clack valve

Explanation
The other term for a check valve is a clack valve. A check valve is a type of valve that allows fluid to flow in only one direction, preventing backflow. The term "clack valve" is commonly used to refer to this type of valve, as it describes the sound that the valve makes when it opens and closes.

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8.

What's the abbreviation for reduced pressure zone?
- A.
  
  ZPR
- B.
  
  RZZ
- C.
  
  RPR
- D.
  
  RPZ
Correct Answer
D. RPZ

Explanation
The correct abbreviation for reduced pressure zone is RPZ.

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9.

What's the other term for fire sprinkler?
- A.
  
  Alarm
- B.
  
  Fire detector
- C.
  
  Sprinkler head
- D.
  
  Alert
Correct Answer
C. Sprinkler head

Explanation
The other term for fire sprinkler is "Sprinkler head." A fire sprinkler system consists of a network of pipes with sprinkler heads attached to them. When a fire is detected, the heat activates the sprinkler head, causing it to release water and suppress the fire. The term "Sprinkler head" refers specifically to the part of the sprinkler system that discharges water.

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10.

What's an air gap in plumbing?
- A.
  
  It's the unobstructed horizontal space between the water outlet and the flood level of a fixture.
- B.
  
  It's the obstructed vertical space between the water outlet and the flood level of a fixture.
- C.
  
  It's the unobstructed vertical space between the water outlet and the flood level of a fixture.
- D.
  
  It's the obstructed horizontal space between the water outlet and the flood level of a fixture.
Correct Answer
C. It's the unobstructed vertical space between the water outlet and the flood level of a fixture.

Explanation
An air gap in plumbing refers to the unobstructed vertical space between the water outlet and the flood level of a fixture. This means that there is a gap between the water outlet and the highest point that water can reach in the fixture, ensuring that there is no direct connection between the water supply and any potential contaminants or pollutants. The air gap acts as a protective barrier, preventing backflow of contaminated water into the clean water supply.

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