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1. Cistern

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   Modern Usage and Cistern (Astronomy)
   While ancient cisterns primarily served potable or irrigation needs, contemporary usage often focuses on conservation. In arid regions, cisterns are sometimes employed to capture runoff from paved areas for non-potable uses like toilet flushing or landscape irrigation, aiming to reduce strain on…