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2. Excessive pressure produces a rumbling sound called the ____________
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3. Is the art and technique of installing pipes, fixtures and other apparatuses in buildings & bringing the the supply liquids substances &/or ingredients and removing them
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4. Method of introducing a controlled amount of chlorine to the water in order to attain a desired degree of disinfection.
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  1. To insure no leakage, a G.I. pipe when threaded has to use lead liquid or ______ tape around the thread before tightening the fittings.
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6. In 1935, this the only group/ organization for plumbing works and ordinaces
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7. Its is The ability to absorb heat without becoming warmer
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8. ________ are holes in the earth from which a fluid may be withdrawn using manual or mechanical means such as draw bucket,pump,etc.
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9. Is plumbing system which carries water from the water source, street main or a pump to the building and to the various points in the building at which water is used
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10. Which is not  one of the components of plumbing?
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  1. These valves are used when it is desired that the flow through a pipe be always in one direction and there is a possibility of a flow taking place in the opposite direction.  One type has a pivoted flap which is readily pushed open by the pressure of water from one side but is tightly closed by the force of a reverse flow.
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12. NAMPAP means?
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13. This is a kind of pump attached to the end of deep well pipe enclosed in a casing where the pump is capable of functioning while submerged.
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14. What can discharge directly to the sewer system
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15. Water is sprayed into the air to release any trapped gases and absorb additional oxygen for better taste.
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16. 1.  What does PE pipe stands for?
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17. Water cycle is consists of 3 stages of process, which is not included
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18. 1.  The location of a fire hose cabinet connected to a standpipe for buildings shall be at every floor level above the first floor at:
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19. PA ________is a device used to move fluids, such as liquidsor slurries.A MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT displaces a volume by physical or mechanical action.
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20. There is a septic tank installed on the top of a rock by the seashore. the tank is exposed on low tide, and covered in sea water during high tide. which of the following would be an appropriate water proofing for it.
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21. Properties of water, that can dissolved everything , Known as the “Universal Solvent”
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22. Water is purified by ___________.  In various processes, so as to remove the particles of vegetable matter, mud and other particles of matter present in the water, most commonly used materials are sand and gravel.
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23.
  1. One end is 0.30M and the other end is 0.90M long.  This prevents the pipe from snapping (breaking?)when the soil settles. [U-shaped?]
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24. And the horizontal pipes that serve the faucets are called _______
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25. A_______ is water equipment used whenever the water supply at its natural pressure cannot be directly piped to a building, tank or reservoir.
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26. Chemical process in which the coagulant reacts with the sediment to make it capable of combining into larger particles.
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27. Plays an important part in the plumbing system, providing this is the most critical utility requirement, and also known as a "Universal Solvent"
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28. This is a portion of the rain water which has percolated into the earth to form underground deposits
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29.
  1. A kind of G.I. fitting that has one end external threads, while the other end has internal threads.
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30. . Water is treated by giving ________________ to kill the harmful bacteria present and to cure the turbid taste or “mud taste”, remove clay, salts, iron, etc. commonly used treating liquids is chlorine.
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31. This consists of a wedge-shaped plug which is screwed down to seat between two brass rings surrounding the inlet pipe so that a double seal is obtained.  The inlet and outlet are in a straight line.  This valve is used when a normal fully open or closed position is desired.  Either end may be used as inlet
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32. To reduce water hammer?
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33. . The vertical supply pipe which extends upward from one floor to the next is called a_________ 
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34. Is a positive displacement reciprocating pump in which a plunger is driven backwards and forwards, or up and down by a mechanical working head.Water is sucked into a sealed vacuum by use of a piston.
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35. Requires more elaborate equipment depending on the geology of the site.Used for drilling oil and can reach up to 1000 meters in depth.
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36. 1.  Any pipe in the plumbing system provided to ventilate a house drainage system and to prevent trap siphonage and back pressure.
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37. Acidity is one of the most problems in water distribution and water purification, which can cause Corrosion of non-ferrous pipes and Rusting & clogging of steelpipes, which is the best solution for this problem?
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38. Is any method that will remove one or more materials that make the water unsuitable for a given use
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39. Jet pumps are centrifugal pumps typically used for drawing water up from a well.
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40. This water source is often in springs and wells as a source of water
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41. Suspended solids are removed from the water by gravity settling and depositionwater is passed through basins so sediments can settle through a period of time
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42. The ability to stick itself together and pull itself together
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43. What is the best fixture for a public comfort room

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flushometer- A device for flushing toilets and urinals that utilizes pressure from the water supply system rather than the force of gravity to discharge water into the bowl, designed to use less water than conventional flush toilets.

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44. 1.  A female GI threaded pipe reducer fitting use to connect a reducing branch pipe at an angle. 
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45. A turbine pump ha s a vertical turbine located below ground water levels and a driving motor located at ground
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46. This pumps are used in applications where excess water must be pumped away from a particular area.a pump used to remove water that has accumulated in a water collecting sumppit,
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47. A steel drive-wellpoint is fitted on one end of the pipe section and driven into the earth.The point may be driven into the ground to a depth of up to15meters(50ft).
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48. The other physical properties of water is  ability to climb up a surface against the pull of gravity
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49. 1.  The general term for the hot or cold water pipes containing potable water
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50. A tank using air pressure from a suction tank to distribute water for tall buildings which cannot be reached by normal pressure.
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51. 1.  In a water system with constant water supply supplying series of plumbing fixtures, water supply drop is experience when the fixtures in the series are simultaneously opened. Which poor design in the plumbing system causes this? 
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52. It contains an impeller mounted on a rotating shaft. The rotating impeller increases the water velocity while forcing the water in to a casing thus converting the water’s velocity into higher pressure.
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53. .   By gravity, water is distributed from overhead water tanks and is supported either by structural frames or on the roof decks.  Fixtures are below the gravity tank.  These elevated tanks are installed when normal water supply from main public service pipes is not frequent and when normal pressure from city main is not enough to force the water to the highest fixtures.
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54. 1.  A female GI pipe reducer fitting used in a straight pipe connection where the fitting’s both ends are threaded inside 
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55. 1.  The term used to the main water pipe delivering potable water to a building is called
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56. 1.  Which in the list is NOT a standard commercial size of GI pipe for water supply?
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57. ______________ may be used either for the collection of water without consideration of pressure, or for storing water under air pressure or under a static head for future distribution by pneumatic or gravity means.  Materials are PVC, G.I., reinforced concrete, stainless steel or plain steel.  
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58. Use extreme water pressure so as not to affect existing foundation in the vicinity. It makes use of a suction pump above, while casing acts as the pump riser.
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59. A pump consist of a piston traveling up and down within a cylinder which is connected with a pipe extending down into the source.  The piston and the bottom of the cylinder are each provided with a valve opening upward.  Upon the piston’s upstroke, valve ‘A’ closes and valve ‘B’ opens.  Upon the piston’s down stroke valve ‘A’ opens and
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60. Raw water is made to pass on pipes of tiny sieves (strainers) and exposed to air of fine mist to purify it.
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61.
  1. A stop valve in a service pipe close to its connection with a water main.
 
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62. 1.  It is customary that a full open type of valve is used in several locations in a water distribution system. Which location in the following list DOES NOT require one? 
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63. A method of purifying water wherein particles of matters that are suspended in the water are allowed to stay in a container so that they will settle in the bottom, then drawing the water out, leaving these matters in the container.
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64. Water is passed through layers of sand and gravel in concrete basins in order to remove the finer suspended particles.
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65. 1.  Water as delivered by NAWASA is no longer safe for drinking because of several contaminants from the water source present in the environment. It is now therefore imperative that water to be safe for drinking has to undergo water purification in several stages. Because of several contaminants, water undergoes several stages. What is a stage in water purification, which removes mineral deposits, salts, heavy metal, totally dissolves solids while some useful minerals are retained?
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66. 1.  What is a GI fitting to join two threaded fittings as close as possible but not exceeding 3 inches?
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67. Underground container for waste matter: a covered underground tank or well for the collection of waste matter and water, especially sewage. 
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68. -can be constructed with hand tools or power tools-depth of about 15 meters (50 ft)-can have the greatest diameter that a space may allow
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69. A mixture of surface run-off and ground water. Surface sources includes rivers, lakes, ponds and impounding reservoirs.
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70. Is basically a centrifugal pump complete with electric motors which are positioned under water in a suitable bored hole that delivers the water to the surface
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71. 1.  A vent used in a battery of plumbing fixtures where the vent is installed in front of the last fixture of the battery.
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72. Advantage of Using Rain water is?
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73. The pipe from the public water main or source of water supply to the building served 
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74.
  1. refers to the public water system laid underground along the streets where the house service is connected.  
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75. G1.  A fitting installed at a branching tee from a horizontal soil branch to a horizontal waste branch.
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76. 1.  Where are dampers installed to regulate the amount of cool air for an even distribution to outlets?
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77. Pump having a plunger that move back and forth within a cylinder equipped with check valves.The cylinder is best located near or below the ground level.
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78. 1.  A term used for a pipe extension of not more than 2 feet in length, installed at any stack or branch of a plumbing rough-in for the purpose future tap.
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79. .  A reservoir, tank or vessel for storing or holding water or other liquids
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80. 1.  A residence with 12 family members requires 3.6 cu. meters of cold water daily with peak demand. What is the maximum hot water probable hourly demand?
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81. 1.  What is a fire line system without a constant water supply and is equipped with a fire service inlet and outlet connection and installed exclusively for the use of the Fire Service? 
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82. Hardness is another problem for water distribution because of Presence of magnesium andcalcium salts, which can cause Clogging of pipes Impaired laundry and cooking, which is the best solution for this?
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83. There are several reasons why soil stacks are not allowed in columns. Which is NOT the reason?
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84. .  Water is distributed from the normal water pressure coming from the public water main, for low rise buildings.  
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85. 1.  Which criterion is NOT needed in sizing a vent pipe for individual, branch and circuit vent based on the total linear footage of the pipe making up the vent?
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86. 1.  Branch vents are required to have at least a slope 1/4” /feet. The purpose of which is:
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87. 1.  What is the minimum size of a trap or branch for a lavatory?
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88. 1.  What is the minimum size of a trap or branch of a residential kitchen? 
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89. 1.  A type of pump for driven well from 150 ft to 200 ft which works by a principle of venturi where water of high pressure is pump into the well to draw water upwards through the return pipe. 
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90. Amount of waste discharged for a waste water treatment facility
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91. These are dug with earth augers are usually less than 30 meters (100 ft) deep. The diameter ranges from 2 to 30 inches. The well is lined with metal, vitrified tile or concrete.
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92. 1.  What is a device installed on top of a pressure tank used to protect against hydrostatic collapse due to suction or negative pressure resulting from back-siphonage in a downfeed water distribution system?
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93. Turbidity is another problems of water for water distribution, because Silt  or mud in surface or in ground, which can cause of discolation of water and bad taste, what is the best solution for this
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94. 1.  Single lever valves used in kitchen sink and lavatory faucets or at shower valves has gain popularity in plumbing installation today. This is because these valves are beautiful and are maintenance-free. These valves work by the principle of a:
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95. 1.  Minimum water delivery in liters per minute for an outlet of a wet standpipe at a residual pressure or 1.8 kilos per sq. mts. 
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96. Is a pump  used to deliver water at a point higher than the position of the pump itself.  When the plunger (a piston) descends, valve ‘A’ is closed and water in the cylinder is forced out through valve ‘B’ and up to the storage.  When the plunger is raised, valve ‘B’ is closed and ‘A’ open to admit water to the cylinder. [A pump that uses pressure to move liquid]
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97.
  1. A kind of G.I. fitting used as a reducer from a bigger diameter to a lesser diameter.
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98. Physical process in which the sediment particles collide with each other and stick together.
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99. Is a tank constructed of riveted or welded steel plate; the larger tanks often being divided into two compartments.  They should be large enough to contain at least one day’s supply for the entire building in case the city main is temporarily shut off.  The pipe from the pump to the tank should be across connected to the city main so that the water may be pumped directly from the main in case of fire.  These tanks are used so that the pneumatic tank or other pumps suck the water from this tank and not from the public main, so that it will not deprive the neighbors of water due to pressure.
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100. 1.  A slow draining of water from a fixture down a plumbing system indicates a poor venting system. This poor venting system is caused by:
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101. 1.  A type of pump which comprises essentially an impeller or set of vanes enclosed in a housing or casing close coupled with the pump motor. Its fundamental principle is it adds energy in the form of velocity to an already flowing liquid.
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102. 1.  Which of the following locations DO NOT require installation of a clean out?
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103. 1.  The minimum height of fire service connection from the grade line is ____ cms. 
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104. 1.  A device used to control an incoming high water pressure into the water distribution system by mechanical means so as to bring it to a working pressure of 80 psi. 
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105. 1.  In a water distribution system, locations such as supply pipe to every water heater requires a full open valve. Which of the following in the list is a full open valve?
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106. 1.  What is the size of supply valve for tank type water closet?
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107. 1.  What is a type of vent applied on installations with multi-branch interval where the vertical vent pipe takes off in front of the first fixture and connects to a main vent stack?
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108. 1.  The maximum horizontal developed length between the trap seal and the vertical vent inlet at the trap arm.
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109. 1.  The maximum height of a fire service connection from the grade line is ______ cms.
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110. 1.  A type of pump which delivers high water discharge with high pressure drawn from a shallow source like a cistern, best suited as fire pump or transfer pump. The pump motor is installed on the surface for easy maintenance coupled with a shaft to turn the impellers, which is submerged below.
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111. 1.  The standard size of an outlet of a dry standpipe located for each floor is ___mm. diameter.
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112. 1.  A female GI threaded pipe reducer fitting use to connect a reducing branch from a main water distribution.
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113. 1.  A suitable and economical type of water pump for a 200 ft. driven wall to deliver 10gpm against 200 ft. The Develop Height (TDH) where the motor and pump is located is at the surface.
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114. 1.  A type of water pump with its pump motor installed on the surface attached to a lift and push rod to activate a submerged piston.
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UPVC means: 
Excessive pressure ...
Is the art and technique of installing pipes, fixtures and other...
Method of introducing a controlled amount of chlorine to the water in...
To ...
In 1935, this the only group/ organization for plumbing works and...
Its is The ability to absorb heat without becoming warmer
________ are holes in the earth from which a fluid may be withdrawn...
Is plumbing system which carries water from the water source, street...
Which is not  one of the components of plumbing?
These ...
NAMPAP means?
This is a kind of pump attached to the end of deep well pipe ...
What can discharge directly to the sewer system
Water is sprayed into the air to release any trapped gases and absorb...
1.  What does PE pipe stands for?
Water cycle is consists of 3 stages of process, which is not included
1.  ...
PA ________is a device used to move fluids, such as liquidsor...
There is a septic tank installed on the top of a rock by the seashore....
Properties of water, that can dissolved everything , Known as the...
Water is purified by ___________.  In various processes, so as to...
One ...
And the horizontal pipes that serve the faucets are called _______
A_______ is water equipment used whenever the water ...
Chemical process in which the coagulant reacts with the sediment to...
Plays an important part in the plumbing system, providing this is the...
This is a portion of the rain water which has percolated into the...
A kind ...
. Water is treated by giving ________________ to ...
This consists of a ...
To reduce water hammer?
. The vertical supply ...
Is a positive displacement reciprocating pump in which a plunger is...
Requires more elaborate equipment depending on the geology of the...
1.  ...
Acidity is one of the most problems in water distribution and...
Is any method that will remove one or more materials that make the...
Jet pumps are centrifugal pumps typically used for drawing water up...
This water source is often in springs and wells as a source of water
Suspended solids are removed from the water by gravity settling and...
The ability to stick itself together and pull itself together
What is the best fixture for a public comfort room
1.  ...
A turbine pump ha s a vertical turbine located below ground water...
This pumps are used in applications where excess water must be pumped...
A steel drive-wellpoint is fitted on one end of the pipe section and...
The other physical properties of water is  ability to climb up a...
1.  ...
A tank using air pressure from a suction tank to distribute ...
1.  ...
It contains an impeller mounted on a rotating shaft. The rotating...
.   By gravity, water ...
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______________ may be used either for the collection of ...
Use extreme water pressure so as not to affect existing foundation in...
A pump consist of a piston ...
Raw water is made to ...
A stop ...
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A method of purifying water wherein particles of matters ...
Water is passed through layers of sand and gravel in concrete basins...
1.  ...
1.  ...
Underground container for waste matter: a covered ...
-can be constructed with hand tools or power tools-depth of about 15...
A mixture of surface run-off and ground water. Surface sources...
Is basically a centrifugal pump complete with electric motors which...
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Advantage of Using Rain water is?
The pipe from the ...
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Pump having a plunger that move back and forth within a cylinder...
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Hardness is another problem for water distribution because...
There are several reasons why soil stacks are not allowed in columns....
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Amount of waste discharged for a waste water treatment facility
These are dug with earth augers are usually less than 30 meters (100...
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Turbidity is another problems of water for water distribution,...
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Is a pump  used to deliver water at a point higher than the...
A kind ...
Physical process in which the sediment particles collide with each...
Is a tank constructed of riveted ...
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