plumbing Flashcards

1
Q

work of connecting water pipes in a building

A

plumbing

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2
Q

person whose job is to supply connect or repair pipes

A

plumber

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3
Q

plumbing problems need attention to

A

save water,avoid high bills,prevent possible damage

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4
Q

oldest type of faucet has separate handles to control hot and cold water

A

compression faucet

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5
Q

dispense with the washer,often found in kitchen sinks

A

ball faucet

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6
Q

has a single lever that rotates on a ball joint and springs

A

ball faucet

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7
Q

part in shower or sink assembly that controls the amount of water that comes out

A

cartridge faucet or stem

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8
Q

Mixes hot and cold water inside a
mixing chamber called a pressure
balance cartridge.

A

disc faucet

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9
Q

Two ceramic
discs at the bottom of the
chamber will raise and lower to
control the volume of water flow

A

disc faucet

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