Definitions
- Referring to a container used for storing water, typically in a household or small community. - Talking about a cistern used for collecting rainwater or other natural sources of water. - Describing a cistern used for irrigation or agricultural purposes.
- Referring to a large artificial or natural lake used for storing water for various purposes. - Talking about a reservoir used for supplying water to a city or town. - Describing a reservoir used for generating hydroelectric power or for recreational activities.
List of Similarities
- 1Both are used for storing water.
- 2Both can be man-made or natural.
- 3Both can be used for irrigation or agricultural purposes.
- 4Both can be used for drinking water supply.
- 5Both can be used for recreational activities.
What is the difference?
- 1Size: Reservoirs are typically larger than cisterns.
- 2Purpose: Cisterns are usually used for household or small community water storage, while reservoirs are used for larger-scale water storage and supply.
- 3Location: Cisterns are often located above ground, while reservoirs are often located below ground.
- 4Source: Cisterns collect rainwater or other natural sources of water, while reservoirs can be filled by rivers, streams, or other sources of water.
- 5Function: Cisterns are primarily used for water storage, while reservoirs can also be used for hydroelectric power generation or flood control.
Remember this!
Cistern and reservoir are both used for storing water, but they differ in size, purpose, location, source, and function. A cistern is typically smaller and used for household or small community water storage, while a reservoir is larger and used for larger-scale water storage and supply, as well as other functions such as hydroelectric power generation.
