Definitions
- Referring to a black, sticky, and solid material used for surfacing roads, driveways, and parking lots. - Talking about the process of laying or repairing asphalt on a road or pavement. - Describing the surface of a road or pavement that is made of asphalt.
- Referring to a hard, black, and smooth surface used for runways at airports. - Talking about the area where airplanes are parked or loaded with passengers and cargo. - Describing the process of landing or taking off an airplane on a runway.
List of Similarities
- 1Both asphalt and tarmac are materials used for surfacing.
- 2Both asphalt and tarmac are commonly used in transportation infrastructure.
- 3Both asphalt and tarmac provide a smooth and durable surface for vehicles or aircraft.
- 4Both asphalt and tarmac are dark in color.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Asphalt is primarily used for roads, driveways, and parking lots, while tarmac is specifically used for airport runways and aprons.
- 2Composition: Asphalt is a mixture of aggregates, binder, and filler, while tarmac is a combination of tar and macadam.
- 3Function: Asphalt provides a surface for vehicles to drive on, while tarmac provides a surface for airplanes to land, taxi, and park on.
- 4Location: Asphalt is commonly found on public roads and private properties, while tarmac is found at airports.
- 5Association: Asphalt is often associated with road construction and maintenance, while tarmac is associated with aviation and airports.
Remember this!
Asphalt and tarmac are both materials used for surfacing, but they have different contexts and applications. Asphalt is primarily used for roads, driveways, and parking lots, while tarmac is specifically used for airport runways and aprons. Asphalt is a mixture of aggregates, binder, and filler, while tarmac is a combination of tar and macadam. The main difference lies in their function and location, with asphalt providing a surface for vehicles and tarmac providing a surface for airplanes at airports.
