Definitions
- A portable handheld device that emits light when turned on. - Used to illuminate dark areas or spaces with low visibility. - Commonly used during power outages, camping trips, or nighttime activities.
- A handheld device that produces a flame for illumination. - Used to provide light in dark areas or spaces with low visibility. - Commonly used during power outages, camping trips, or nighttime activities.
List of Similarities
- 1Both are handheld devices used for illumination.
- 2Both are portable and can be carried around easily.
- 3Both are commonly used during power outages, camping trips, or nighttime activities.
- 4Both can be used to light up dark areas or spaces with low visibility.
What is the difference?
- 1Light source: A flashlight uses LED lights while a torch uses an open flame.
- 2Fuel source: A flashlight is battery-powered while a torch requires fuel such as gas or oil.
- 3Intensity: A torch produces a brighter and more intense light than a flashlight.
- 4Safety: A flashlight is generally considered safer than a torch due to the lack of an open flame.
- 5Regional usage: Flashlight is commonly used in American English while torch is more commonly used in British English.
Remember this!
Flashlight and torch are both handheld devices used for illumination in dark areas or spaces with low visibility. However, the difference between them lies in their light source, fuel source, intensity, safety, and regional usage. A flashlight uses LED lights, is battery-powered, produces a less intense light, and is generally considered safer. On the other hand, a torch uses an open flame, requires fuel, produces a brighter light, and is more commonly used in British English.
