Rail Transportation
Definition
Rail transportation involves moving passengers and cargo via wheeled vehicles running on rail tracks. It's known for its capacity to handle large volumes over long distances efficiently.
Analogy
Imagine rail transportation as a conveyor belt in a factory. Just like how items are moved quickly and efficiently along the conveyor belt, trains move goods and people swiftly over long distances.
Related terms
Freight Train: A type of train used specifically for transporting cargo rather than passengers.
Passenger Train: Trains designed primarily for carrying passengers rather than goods.
Rail Infrastructure: The fixed installations necessary for rail transport operations such as tracks, signals, stations etc.
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