Q.Write a short note on: Pipelines.

Pipelines are a mode of transport that carries liquids and gases (crude oil, petroleum, natural gas, water) through connected pipes over long distances — continuous, economical and safe, but costly to lay.

Pipelines (as a Mode of Transport)

Pipelines are a special mode of land transport used to carry liquids and gases through a system of interconnected pipes from the source to the destination. In the AP Inter 2nd-year Commerce syllabus, transport modes include road, rail, water, air and pipelines.

Features:

• Used mainly to transport crude oil, petroleum products, natural gas and water.
• Provide a continuous and uninterrupted flow of the product.
• Very economical for carrying large quantities over long distances once laid.
• Safe, with little risk of loss or damage, and need little labour to operate. …