Sink

High school (ages 12+)
Making & Design

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/sink

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is a sink and why do we use it?A sink is a basin that holds water so we can wash hands, dishes, or food. It helps keep us clean and stops germs from spreading.
2. How does a sink keep bad smells from coming in?The sink has a curved pipe called a P-trap that holds a little water. That water seal blocks sewer gases and keeps the house smelling fresh.

Vitreous China: A ceramic material fired at high temperatures, commonly used for sinks and toilets due to its durability and non-porous surface.
Aerator: A device attached to the end of a faucet spout that mixes air with water, reducing flow while maintaining pressure and preventing splashing.
P-Trap: A U-shaped section of drainpipe designed to hold water, creating a seal that prevents sewer gases from entering a building.