What Is a P-Trap? How It Works and Why It’s Essential in Plumbing #3519867 (License: Personal Use)

The image depicts a classic P-trap, a curved pipe installed beneath sinks and drains that retains a small amount of water to form a liquid seal. This seal blocks sewer gases from rising into living spaces while allowing wastewater to flow freely. The gray fittings and transparent cross-section highlight how the trap maintains water in the bend after each use.

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