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Download Solution PDFWhich of the following is not a classification of traps based on their shape?
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W - trap is not a classification of traps based on their shape.
Additional InformationP - Trap
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Named for its resemblance to the letter "P" in profile view.
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Commonly installed under sinks and wash basins, especially when the outlet pipe goes through the wall.
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Has a horizontal outflow, making it suitable for wall drainage systems.
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Contains water at the bend to prevent sewer gases from entering the building.
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Usually made of PVC, cast iron, or brass.
S - Trap
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Shaped like the letter "S", designed for vertical installation.
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Ideal for floor-mounted fixtures where the drain goes straight down into the floor, such as floor-mounted water closets.
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Can be more prone to siphonage (loss of water seal) if not vented properly.
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Like P-trap, it holds a water seal to block sewer gases.
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