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What is the primary purpose of manufacturing activities?

  • To cultivate crops and rear animals
  • To extract minerals from the earth
  • To provide services to consumers
  • To convert raw materials into products of higher value (correct)

Which of the following best describes the term 'industry'?

  • An economic activity related to production, extraction, or provision of services (correct)
  • The management of resources in agriculture
  • The marketing of goods to customers
  • The process of recycling materials

How is the value added at each stage of the manufacturing process illustrated in the example of a notebook?

  • Paper can be sold at a lower price than wood pulp
  • The wood pulp takes the form of raw timber
  • Each processing stage increases the utility and value of the final product (correct)
  • All finished products remain equal in value regardless of processing

Which industry example represents the extraction of natural resources?

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Industries can be classified based on which of the following criteria?

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Which industries utilize animal products as a raw material?

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What best defines large-scale industries?

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What type of industry would a seafood processing plant fall under?

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Which category combines both public and private sector ownership in its classification?

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What is a characteristic of small-scale industries?

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What are common characteristics of locations where industrial regions are found?

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Which of the following regions is NOT identified as an industrial region in India?

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What common cause is identified for industrial accidents and disasters?

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When did some of the most dangerous industrial disasters typically occur?

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Which of the following industrial clusters is located in the state of Kerala?

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Which of the following is NOT considered an input in the industrial system?

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What is a major benefit of proximity in industrial regions?

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Which factor does NOT directly affect industrial location?

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Which of the following regions is considered a major industrial region?

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In the context of industrial processes, what do outputs typically consist of?

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What role do government incentives typically play in industrial development?

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Which factor related to industrial location is considered essential for operations?

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What is a primary reason many industries are strategically located near sea ports?

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Which raw materials are used in the iron and steel industry?

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Which of the following countries is NOT identified as a major location for the iron and steel industry?

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What is the primary advantage of creating special alloys of steel?

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What is the first step in the process of steel production in the iron and steel industry?

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Which of the following materials contributed to the ideal location of the steel industry after 1950?

<p>Flat land near sea ports (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which measure is recommended for reducing risks associated with industrial areas?

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Before 1800 AD, what was a significant factor influencing the location of the steel industry?

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What best describes smelting in the context of the iron and steel industry?

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Which of the following is NOT typically made using steel?

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Which metal is commonly added to steel to enhance its properties?

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What was a key reason for choosing Sakchi as a location for the steel industry?

<p>Close to iron ore deposits (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which factor contributed to the geographical advantage of Jamshedpur as a steel production center?

<p>Access to abundant water resources (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement correctly reflects the historical significance of Tata Iron and Steel Company Limited (TISCO) before 1947?

<p>It was the only iron and steel production facility in India. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was Jamshedpur originally named before it was renamed?

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How did the establishment of new steel plants after India's independence impact the steel industry?

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What is a primary factor for the location of TISCO in Jamshedpur?

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Which of the following resources is NOT mentioned as being supplied to TISCO?

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What role do the Kharkai and Subarnarekha rivers play for TISCO?

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What has been a direct impact of the iron and steel industry development in India?

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Which of the following products is NOT mentioned as being produced in Jamshedpur's additional industrial plants?

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Flashcards

Manufacturing

Changing raw materials into more valuable products.

Industry

Economic activity focused on producing goods, extracting minerals, or providing services

Iron and Steel Industry

Industry that produces iron and steel.

Coal Mining Industry

Industry involved in extracting coal.

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Tourism Industry

Industry focused on providing travel-related services.

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Agro-based industries

Industries that use plant and animal products as raw materials.

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Small-scale industries

Industries using less capital and technology, producing smaller volumes.

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Private sector industries

Industries owned and operated by individuals or groups of individuals.

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Mineral-based industries

Industries that use mineral ores as raw materials.

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Large-scale industries

Industries using large amounts of capital and advanced technology, producing large volumes.

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Industrial Region Location

Industrial regions are often found in moderate climates, near ports, and particularly close to coal deposits.

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India's Industrial Clusters

India has several major industrial regions, including Mumbai-Pune, Bangalore-Tamil Nadu, Hugli, and Ahmedabad-Baroda.

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Why Industrial Accidents Happen

Industrial accidents are often caused by technical problems or unsafe handling of dangerous materials.

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Industrial Disaster Example

A major industrial disaster occurred around 00:30 a.m., involving the release of a dangerous substance called Methyl.

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Impact of Industrial Disasters

Industrial disasters can have severe consequences, including loss of life, environmental damage, and economic disruption.

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Steel Alloys

Types of steel created by adding small amounts of other metals like aluminum, nickel, or copper to give steel special properties like increased hardness, toughness, or rust resistance.

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Uses of Steel

Steel is essential for modern society, used to build various items, from large structures to everyday tools and vehicles.

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Location of the Steel Industry (Early)

Initially, the steel industry was located near sources of raw materials, power, and water.

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Location of the Steel Industry (Later)

The steel industry later shifted towards coal fields and canals/railways.

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Location of the Steel Industry (Modern)

Since the mid-20th century, the steel industry often sits near large, flat areas and seaports, due to the need to import iron ore from overseas.

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Industrial System Inputs

Resources needed to produce goods. Includes: raw materials, labor, capital, land, transportation, and power.

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Industrial System Outputs

Final products and income generated by an industry.

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What are the inputs of a leather shoe?

Inputs for a leather shoe would include: hides (animal skin), thread, laces, dyes, chemicals for tanning, labor, machinery, factory space, transportation, and energy.

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Industrial Region

Area with clusters of industries due to shared benefits like proximity to resources or markets.

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Factors Affecting Industrial Location

Key factors determining where industries choose to set up. Includes: Availability of raw materials, land, water, labor, power, capital, transport, and markets.

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Government Incentives for Industries

Support provided by governments to attract industries to specific areas. Examples: subsidized power, lower transport costs, and infrastructure development.

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Industrial Accident Example

The Bhopal tragedy in India, caused by a chemical leak, reveals the severe consequences of technological accidents in industrial settings.

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Jamshedpur's Location Advantage

Jamshedpur was strategically chosen for its proximity to key resources and markets like Kalimati Station for transportation, mineral deposits for raw materials, and Kolkata for product distribution.

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TISCO's Resources

Tata Iron and Steel Company (TISCO) relies on various resources: coal from Jharia, iron ore, limestone, dolomite, and manganese from Odisha and Chhattisgarh, and water from Kharkai and Subarnarekha rivers.

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Government's Role

The government actively supported TISCO's development by providing financial resources, recognizing its importance to India's industrial growth.

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Jamshedpur's Industrial Expansion

Besides steel, Jamshedpur developed other industries such as chemicals, locomotives, agricultural equipment, machinery, tinplates, cables, and wires, creating a diverse industrial center.

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Steel Industry's Impact

The development of India's steel industry, with both large integrated plants and smaller mini-plants, has accelerated industrial growth in various sectors, highlighting its essential role in the Indian economy.

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TISCO

Tata Iron and Steel Company Limited, the first and only iron and steel production facility in India before 1947.

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Sakchi

The original name of the city now known as Jamshedpur, strategically chosen for its location near key resources for steel production.

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What were some factors that led to the strategic location of Jamshedpur?

Jamshedpur's location was chosen based on its proximity to railway lines, iron ore deposits, coal fields, limestone, dolomite, water resources, and access to cable and wire support.

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Why is Jamshedpur considered an important steel production area?

Jamshedpur, with readily available raw materials, inexpensive labor, and good transport facilities, became a significant steel production hub in India, supplying a large market for steel.

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Smelting

The process of extracting metals from ores by heating them to their melting point.

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Iron and Steel Industry's Main Materials

Iron ore, coal, and limestone are the primary raw materials used in the iron and steel industry.

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What does the iron and steel industry produce?

The iron and steel industry produces steel, which is used as a raw material by other industries.

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Why separate residential areas from industrial zones?

Separating residential areas from industrial zones helps reduce the risk of exposure to industrial toxins and hazards, potentially improving public health and safety.

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How to limit industrial risk?

Risk reduction measures include limiting the storage of toxic substances, improving fire safety systems, and raising public awareness about potential hazards.

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