Impact of Climate on Industrial Development
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Why is the establishment of industries not suitable in areas with harsh climate?

  • The government prohibits industries in harsh climate regions.
  • Extreme climates can hinder industrial development. (correct)
  • Harsh climates increase the cost of production.
  • Industries are not interested in expanding to new areas.

    • What effect can chronic droughts have on industries?

  • Negatively impact the industries. (correct)
  • Lead to higher production efficiency.
  • Encourage more industries to set up in the affected area.
  • Result in lower transportation costs.

    • Why were cotton textile mills historically concentrated in coastal parts of Maharashtra and Gujarat?

  • The government provided subsidies for these locations.
  • Mechanization was not possible in other regions.
  • It was a fashion trend to set up mills there.
  • Humid climate was essential for cotton thread-making. (correct)

    • How have industries in dry areas coped with the need for humid climate?

    <p>By using artificial humidifiers despite increased production costs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is the moderate climate of western coastal areas more conducive to industrial development?

    <p>Extreme climates are known to boost industrial productivity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why may there not be any industrial development in areas with harsh climate?

    <p>The extreme climate conditions make it difficult to establish industries.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why were cotton textile mills historically concentrated in coastal parts of Maharashtra and Gujarat?

    <p>The humid climate was necessary for cotton thread-making before artificial humidifiers were used.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do chronic droughts impact industries, according to the text?

    <p>They hinder the establishment of new industries.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of artificial humidifiers in dry areas for industrial production?

    <p>They enable industries to thrive in normally unsuitable climates.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is the moderate climate of western coastal areas considered congenial for industrial development?

    <p>It provides the ideal conditions for textile manufacturing without the need for artificial humidifiers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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