Fundamentals of Pipe and Tubing

_________ is the method of using heat to form joints between two metallic surfaces using a nonferrous filler metal.

• Welding

• Soldering

• Gluing

• Bolting

Capillary attraction is the amount of attraction a metal has to a magnet.

• True

• False

When lighting a torch, ____________.

• Use a spark lighter

• Direct tip away from you

• Direct tip away from flammable materials

• All of the above

Which type of pipe is commonly used for cold water supply lines?

• PVC

• CPVC

• Copper

• Steel

What is the main advantage of using CPVC over PVC?

• CPVC is cheaper

• CPVC can handle higher temperatures

• CPVC is more flexible

• CPVC is lighter

Which of the following is a common fitting used to change the direction of a pipe?

• Coupling

• Elbow

• Tee

• Cap

What is the primary material used in copper pipes?

• Iron

• Aluminium

• Copper

• Steel

Which safety equipment is essential when working with plumbing tools?

• Safety goggles

• Earplugs

• Hard hat

• Safety vest

What is the unit of measurement for pipe diameter in the metric system?

• Inches

• Centimetres

• Millimetres

• Metres

Which of the following is a safety precaution when working with plumbing?

• Work in a well-ventilated area

• Use tools without checking them

• Ignore warning labels

• Wear loose clothing