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.
Potcake is the Bahamian term for the thick, leftover food that remains in the bottom of a pot of peas 'n rice after several reheatings. Traditionally, Bahamians fed potcake to the outdoor, indigenous dogs that freely populated the Bahamas.