Modes of Transport

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What does land transport include?

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Road (trucks, cars, buses) and rail (trains).

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What are the advantages of land transport?

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Flexible, good for short distances, easily accessible.

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What are the disadvantages of land transport?

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Traffic congestion, limited capacity for large goods (road), fixed routes (rail).

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What does air transport include?

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Airplanes used for transporting goods and people over long distances.

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What are the advantages of air transport?

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Fast, suitable for high-value or perishable goods.

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What are the disadvantages of air transport?

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Expensive, limited cargo capacity, weather disruptions.

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What does water transport include?

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Ships and boats used for transporting goods and passengers across oceans, rivers, and lakes.

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What are the advantages of water transport?

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Ideal for bulk goods, cost-effective over long distances.

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What are the disadvantages of water transport?

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Slow, weather-dependent, requires ports.

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What are pipelines used for?

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Transporting liquids and gases (e.g., oil, natural gas).