Plumbing Science pp3

Which of the following is NOT a material that a plumber will likely come across during the course of an installation according to the Level 1 Diploma in Plumbing Studies?

• Alloys

• Ceramics

• Plastics

• Wood

What type of metal is mentioned as a common material encountered by plumbers during installations?

• Ferrous metals

• Precious metals

• Radioactive metals

• Composite metals

In what forms can metals be found in the plumbing industry according to the document?

• Sheets and blocks

• Tubes, pipes, fittings, and appliances

• Granules and powders

• Bars and beams

What characteristic allows ferrous metals to be identified using a magnet?

• They are lightweight

• They contain iron

• They are non-corrosive

• They are used in plumbing

Which of the following is a common use of steel in plumbing?

• Wiring

• Radiators and baths

• Electrical insulation

• Window frames

What happens to ferrous metals if they are left unprotected?

• They become stronger

• They become magnetic

• They rust

• They become lighter

What characteristic do non-ferrous metals have regarding magnetic attraction?

• They are highly attracted to magnets.

• They are slightly attracted to magnets.

• They are not attracted to magnets.

• They become magnets when heated.

Which of the following metals is considered non-ferrous?

• Iron

• Copper

• Steel

• Carbon steel

What is brass primarily composed of?

• Copper and nickel

• Copper and tin

• Copper and zinc

• Iron and carbon

Which alloy is made from copper and tin?

• Steel

• Brass

• Bronze

• Aluminum