5.1 Give ONE word/term for each of the following descriptions by choosing a word/term from the list below - NSC Civil Technology Civil Services - Question 5 - 2019 - Paper 1
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5.1 Give ONE word/term for each of the following descriptions by choosing a word/term from the list below. Write only the word/term next to the question numbers (5.1... show full transcript
Worked Solution & Example Answer:5.1 Give ONE word/term for each of the following descriptions by choosing a word/term from the list below - NSC Civil Technology Civil Services - Question 5 - 2019 - Paper 1
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5.1.1 The fitting used to prevent rain water from flowing off the gutter
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The term for this fitting is stop end.
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5.1.2 The material used to waterproof roofs
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The appropriate material used for waterproofing roofs is flashing.
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5.1.3 The tool used to cut PVC guttering to size
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The tool utilized for cutting PVC guttering is a hacksaw.
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5.1.4 The object used to clip together PVC gutters
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The object used to clip PVC gutters together is called a union clip.
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5.1.5 A gutter can be mounted onto this feature of the roof.
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A gutter can be mounted onto the fascia board.
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5.2.1 Identify A.
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In the given figure, A is identified as square gutter (Gutter).
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5.2.2 Name B, which indicates an important part of the downpipe.
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The part indicated as B is the offset.
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5.2.3 Describe the function of C.
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The function of C is that the holder bat is used to keep the downpipe anchored to the wall.
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5.3.1 Name the metal object shown in FIGURE 5.3.
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The metal object shown in FIGURE 5.3 is known as a gutter drain.
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5.3.2 Recommend TWO other methods that can be used to channel storm water.
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Two other methods to channel storm water include:
Gutters on roofs that collect rainwater and direct it to downpipes.
Manholes connected to storm-water drains to safely carry water away from inhabited areas to rivers or dams.
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5.3.3 Explain ONE consequence if storm-water systems are constructed and managed poorly.
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If storm-water systems are not properly constructed or managed, it can result in the loss of life due to flooding.
