PHCC Intro Exam Questions With 100%
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Where did the term plumber come from? - answerPlumbum is lead in latin, which meant a
plumbarius was a lead worker.
When and where did ancient Roman baths and spas start being rebuilt? - answerIn 16th century
England.
What led to increased ...
What happened in Brooklyn in 1857? - answer✔It had a sewer system designed
What did Albert Prince of Wales say in 1871? - answer✔If I could not be a prince, I'd rather be a
plumber.
What was noticeable about plumbing tech and practices in the late 19th century? - answer✔It
started to look relatively modern
What was created in Baltimore in 1884? - answer✔The Baltimore resolutions was created, which
is a set of professional guidelines.
Thermalplastic - answer✔A plastic compound that is soft and pliable
Thermoset - answer✔A plastic compound which becomes solid when heated
Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) - answer✔Origind pipe with high impact strength, it is made from
thermoplastic. It was developed in the 1930s and was the first plastic used in plumbing.
Fixtures - answer✔Devices that receive water from water supply lines.
Who and what was developed in 1911? - answer✔The Kohler company developed the first one
piece recessed bath.
Who invented the single-handed mixing faucet? - answer✔Al Moen
Who developed the first flush valve? - answer✔William Sloan
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