From 1960 to 2005, new immigrants and their U.S.-born descendants accounted for 51% of population increase. In the later part of that period, from 1980 to 2005, new immigration accounted for 58% of the 68 million additional people.
1 An escutcheon plate is the disc around a plumbing pipe at the wall penetration that seals the wall opening. The photo above shows a chrome escutcheon plate where the water supply pipe for a toilet enters the wall. You will also find escutcheon plates at the pipe penetrations under sinks and behind water heaters.
This heavy duty escutcheon features: 1  Fits 1/2. IPS shower arms, and wall/ceiling drop nipples. 2  View detailed dimensions. 3  Includes O-ring for tighter seal.  Heavy brass 1  construction. Available in a variety of designer finishes.  Shown in satin chrome.