Definitions
- Referring to a weapon designed to be propelled through the air towards a target. - Talking about an object or device that is launched or thrown with force, such as a rocket or a bullet. - Describing a projectile that is guided or unguided and can be used for military or civilian purposes.
- Referring to a hollow projectile that is fired from a gun or cannon. - Talking about a hard outer covering of an object, such as a nut or an egg. - Describing a type of ammunition that can be explosive or non-explosive and is used in military or civilian contexts.
List of Similarities
- 1Both are types of projectiles that can be used in military contexts.
- 2Both can be launched or fired from a weapon.
- 3Both can cause damage or destruction to a target.
- 4Both can be guided or unguided depending on the type of missile or shell.
- 5Both can be used in offensive or defensive operations.
What is the difference?
- 1Design: Missiles are designed to be propelled through the air towards a target, while shells are designed to be fired from a gun or cannon.
- 2Shape: Missiles are typically long and slender, while shells are shorter and wider.
- 3Function: Missiles can be guided or unguided and can carry various types of warheads, while shells are typically explosive or non-explosive and are used for direct fire.
- 4Range: Missiles can have a longer range than shells and can be used for both short-range and long-range targets, while shells are typically used for shorter ranges.
- 5Cost: Missiles are generally more expensive than shells due to their complexity and advanced technology.
Remember this!
Missile and shell are both types of projectiles used in military contexts. However, missiles are designed to be propelled through the air towards a target and can be guided or unguided, while shells are designed to be fired from a gun or cannon and are typically explosive or non-explosive. Additionally, missiles can have a longer range and are generally more expensive than shells.
