human
I have a septic tank, and I want to know the difference between it and a septic system. What are the main differences?
assistant
The main difference between a septic tank and a septic system is that a septic tank is a container for waste water from the home, while a septic system is a network of underground pipes connected to a leach field (a field where soil is used to filter out pollutants). A septic tank is usually made of concrete or fiberglass and has an outlet pipe leading to the leach field, which is typically located in the backyard.