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Lead pipes are used in water supply mains.

(a) True

(b) False

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This interesting question is from Types of Pipes topic in section Conveyance and Distribution of Water of Environmental Engineering

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Correct option is (b) False

The explanation: Lead pipes are used in service connection and in internal plumbing, but are not used in water supply mains due to the poisonous effect of lead.

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