Question

what is pipeline transportation?
give merits and demerits .

Answer 1

pipeline transportation is the transport of goods through a pipe line.

Liquids, gases and chemically stable compounds or substances can be transported by the use of pipeline transportation.

Merits :

Its a Reliable.

Free from obstacles or any other disturbances.

Land with pipes can be used for agricultural means.

Safe.

Low energy consumption.

Require very less maintainance.


Demerits :

Not flexible.

Capacity can't be increased.

Difficult to make security arrangements.

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