The lower weep hole exists to allow fluid to collect or drain out of the water pump to protect the bearing integrity. In a horizontal centrifugal pump there is little space between the bearing and the seal so fluid build-up could potentially threaten the bearing.
Definition of PETRI DISH. 1. : a small shallow dish of thin glass or plastic with a loose cover used especially for cultures in bacteriology.2. ADVERTISEMENT.Julius R. Petri â 1921 German bacteriologist.. : a small shallow dish of thin glass or plastic with a loose cover used especially for cultures in bacteriology. 2. ADVERTISEMENT. Julius R. Petri â 1921 German bacteriologist.
Larb is a popular Southeast Asian dish usually described as a type of cooked salad. Incorporating ingredients common to the region, it is traditionally very spicy. There is some friendly debate between the countries of Thailand and Laos, but most people agree that the dish, which includes meat as a main ingredient, originated in Laos.