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Chapter 14, Water Supply Systems correct answersFundamentals of fire fighter skills and hazardous materials response (fourth edition)
Distributors correct answersThe smallest-diameter underground water main pipes in a water distribution system that deliver water to local users within a neighborh...
Chapter 14, Water Supply Systems correct answersFundamentals of fire fighter skills and hazardous
materials response (fourth edition)
Distributors correct answersThe smallest-diameter underground water main pipes in a water distribution
system that deliver water to local users within a neighborhood.
Dry-barrel hydrant (frostproof hydrant) correct answersA type of hydrant used in areas subject to
freezing weather. The valve that allows water to flow into the hydrant is located underground below the
frost line, and the barrel of the hydrant is normally dry.
Dry hydrant correct answersAn arrangement of pipe permanently connected to a water source other
than a piped, pressurized water supply system that provides a ready means of water supply for
firefighting purposes and that utilizes the drafting (suction) capability of a fire department pump. (NFPA
1142)
Dump valve correct answersA large opening from the water tank of a mobile water supply apparatus for
unloading purposes. (NFPA 1901)
Elevated water storage tower correct answersAn above-ground water storage tank that is designed to
maintain pressure on a water distribution system.
Elevation pressure correct answersThe amount of pressure created by gravity. Also known as head
pressure.
Fire hydraulics correct answersThe physical science of how water flows through a pipe or hose.
Friction loss correct answersThe reduction in pressure resulting from the water being in contact with the
side of the hose. This contact requires force to overcome the drag that the wall of the hose creates.
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