Question
Distinguish between Harbour and Port.
Solution
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Harbour |
Port |
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A harbour is an area of sea providing safe entrance to ships. |
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A port is a point on coast where ships can tie up for anchor. |
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2. |
It protects the ships from waves and storms. |
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Ships load and unload commodities here. |
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3. |
River estuaries and bays provide natural harbours such as Mumbai. |
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Indented coasts provide natural ports. |
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4. |
A harbour provides sufficient room for anchorage of ships. |
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Port is connected with a productive hinter land. |
