Flush
Flush
Flush is a term that can refer to various concepts across different fields, including plumbing, poker, biology, and technology. This article explores the different meanings and applications of the term "flush."
Plumbing[edit | edit source]
In plumbing, a flush refers to the process of cleaning out a toilet or urinal by using a rapid flow of water. This is typically achieved through a flush valve or a flush tank. The purpose of flushing is to remove waste and maintain hygiene.
Types of Flush Systems[edit | edit source]
- Gravity Flush - Utilizes the force of gravity to create a siphon effect that clears the bowl.
- Pressure-Assisted Flush - Uses compressed air to enhance the flushing power.
- Dual Flush - Offers two flush options, one for liquid waste and one for solid waste, to conserve water.
Poker[edit | edit source]
In the game of poker, a flush is a hand where all five cards are of the same suit. It ranks above a straight and below a full house. The strength of a flush is determined by the highest card in the hand.
Types of Flushes[edit | edit source]
- Straight Flush - A flush where the cards are in numerical sequence.
- Royal Flush - The highest possible straight flush, consisting of the ace, king, queen, jack, and ten of the same suit.
Biology[edit | edit source]
In biology, flush can refer to a sudden increase in the population of a particular species, often due to favorable environmental conditions. It can also describe the rapid growth of new leaves or flowers in plants.
Examples[edit | edit source]
- Spring Flush - The rapid growth of new leaves and flowers in spring.
- Population Flush - A sudden increase in the population of a species, such as insects after a period of dormancy.
Technology[edit | edit source]
In computer science, flush refers to the process of clearing out a buffer by writing its contents to the main memory or storage. This is often done to ensure data integrity and consistency.
Applications[edit | edit source]
- Cache Flush - Clearing the cache to ensure that the most recent data is used.
- Buffer Flush - Writing the contents of a buffer to disk storage or another storage medium.
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