Plumbing Basics: How Well Do You Know Pipes, Fixtures, and More?

Plumbing Basics: How Well Do You Know Pipes, Fixtures, and More?

Which plumbing component is vital for ensuring proper venting in a drainage system?

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Correct Incorrect A vent stack is a vertical pipe that allows air into the drainage system, preventing a vacuum from forming that could interrupt wastewater flow. It also vents sewer gases outside the building, ensuring proper atmospheric pressure in the plumbing system. Without proper venting, drains can become slow or stop working.

Which plumbing component is vital for ensuring proper venting in a drainage system?

  • Vent stack
  • Backflow preventer
  • Cleanout plug
  • P-trap
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