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1. Cistern

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   A cistern (from the Latin cisterna, derived from cista, meaning 'box' or 'chest') is an artificial reservoir constructed to collect and store rainwater or other water for later use. Historically, cisterns have served as crucial components of water management infrastructure in regions where reliable groundwater or surface water sources were scarce or seasonally unreliable. Modern applications often involve [underground storage…