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Freight Trains
TL-03 Freight Trains
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| freight | Goods or cargo transported for commercial gain, either by water, land, or air. |
| freight train | A train used for transporting goods rather than passengers. |
| friction | The resistance that one surface or object encounters when moving over another. |
| locomotive | the engine of a train |
| intermodal freight | transport involving multiple modes of transportation (e.g., rail, ship, and truck) |
| bulk cargo | large quantities of unpackaged goods such as grain, coal, or oil, typically transported in loose form |
| container | a large standardized shipping box used for freight transport |
| logistics | the detailed coordination of complex operations |