What is the purpose of a backnut in a compression fitting?

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11th Grade
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Trevor Armstrong
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
To compress the olive to make a water-tight seal against the body
To attach a basin to a wall so that it doesn't fall off
To increase water flow around a property during a drought
To reduce noise when thrown at a disruptive student.
Answer explanation
The backnut in a compression fitting is crucial for compressing the olive, which creates a water-tight seal against the body of the fitting, preventing leaks.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What are the three components that make up a compression fitting?
The Body, The olive (compression ring), and the backnut
The Body, The screw, and the washer
The olive, The washer, and the nut
The screw, The olive, and the backnut
Answer explanation
The correct components of a compression fitting are the Body, the olive (compression ring), and the backnut. These parts work together to create a secure seal, making this choice the accurate one.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is not a component of a compression fitting?
The Body
The olive
The washer
The backnut
Answer explanation
The washer is not a component of a compression fitting. The main components include the body, the olive, and the backnut, which work together to create a secure connection.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which fitting is used to connect three pieces of pipe?
Elbow fitting
Tee fitting
Straight fitting
Coupling fitting
Answer explanation
The correct choice is the Tee fitting, which is specifically designed to connect three pieces of pipe at a junction, allowing for a branch in the piping system. Other fittings serve different purposes.
5.
MATCH QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Match the following pipe fittings with their purposes.
Reducer
To reduce pipe size
End cap
To change pipe direction
Tee fitting
To connect three pipes
Elbow fitting
To cap a pipe
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What best describes the final step in the practical task as decommissioning ?
Mounting the fitting on a pipe
Connecting all pieces together
Disassembling the pipes from the fittings
Testing for leaks
Answer explanation
The final step in decommissioning involves disassembling the pipes from the fittings, this is necessary to safely remove a system and allow re-use therefore cutting down our waste. Other options like testing for leaks or connecting pieces are not final decommissioning steps.
7.
CLASSIFICATION QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
Organize these options into the right categories
Groups:
(a) Compression Tee
,
(b) Compression Elbow
,
(c) Pushfit Tee
,
(d) Pushfit elbow
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