Definitions
- Describing a type of road surface made of small, crushed stones and compacted with layers of asphalt. - Referring to a method of constructing roads using layers of crushed stone and gravel. - Talking about a durable and long-lasting road surface that can withstand heavy traffic and harsh weather conditions.
- Describing a type of road surface made of asphalt or concrete, often used for airport runways or parking lots. - Referring to an area of an airport where planes are parked or loaded with passengers and cargo. - Talking about a hard and smooth surface that can support heavy aircraft and vehicles.
List of Similarities
- 1Both refer to types of road surfaces.
- 2Both are designed to be durable and long-lasting.
- 3Both can support heavy vehicles and traffic.
- 4Both are commonly used in transportation infrastructure.
- 5Both require maintenance and repair over time.
What is the difference?
- 1Composition: Macadam is made of crushed stone and asphalt, while tarmac is made of asphalt or concrete.
- 2Usage: Macadam is typically used for regular roads and highways, while tarmac is commonly used for airport runways and parking lots.
- 3Function: Macadam is designed to provide a rougher surface for better traction and drainage, while tarmac is smoother and more even for aircraft and vehicle movement.
- 4Connotation: Macadam is associated with traditional road construction, while tarmac is often associated with modern transportation infrastructure.
Remember this!
Macadam and tarmac are both types of road surfaces designed to be durable and long-lasting. However, they differ in composition, usage, function, origin, and connotation. Macadam is made of crushed stone and asphalt, designed for regular roads and highways, and provides a rougher surface for better traction and drainage. Tarmac, on the other hand, is made of asphalt or concrete, designed for airport runways and parking lots, and provides a smoother and more even surface for aircraft and vehicle movement.
