Manufacturing Industries and Pollution Quiz

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What is one of the key factors influencing the location of manufacturing industries?

  • Proximity to raw materials (correct)
  • Climate
  • Cultural heritage
  • Population density

Manufacturing only refers to the creation of physical goods.

False (B)

Name one consequence of industrial pollution.

Health issues in humans

Manufacturing industries utilize four factors of production: land, labour, capital, and _______.

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Match the following concepts with their descriptions:

<p>Polluting industries = Industries that release harmful substances into the environment Non-polluting industries = Industries that do not cause environmental harm Factors of production = Inputs required for manufacturing products Industrial pollution = Degradation of the environment through industrial activities</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a mineral-based industry?

<p>Steel (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Cottage industries primarily involve large-scale operations.

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What percentage of India's GDP does the textile industry contribute?

<p>4%</p> Signup and view all the answers

Industries owned by private individuals or companies are classified as ______ sector.

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Match the industries to their respective ownership classifications:

<p>Steel Authority of India (SAIL) = Public Sector Tata = Private Sector Oil India Ltd. = Joint Sector Amul = Co-operative Sector</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Manufacturing

The process of transforming raw materials into finished products.

Why are Manufacturing Industries Important?

The need for manufacturing industries arises from the demand for goods and services to satisfy human wants and needs.

Factors Affecting Industry Location

Factors like availability of raw materials, labor, capital, and infrastructure influence where industries are located.

Polluting Industries

Industries that release harmful substances into the environment, like air pollution or water contamination.

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Non-Polluting Industries

Industries that minimize their environmental impact and produce minimal harmful byproducts.

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Agro-based Industries

Industries that utilize agricultural raw materials, like sugar, jute, and textiles.

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Mineral-based Industries

Industries that use mineral-based raw materials, like iron, steel, aluminum, and petrochemicals.

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Basic Goods Industries

Industries that produce goods needed for manufacturing, such as furniture and vehicles.

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Consumer Goods Industries

Industries that manufacture and produce goods for direct consumption, such as sugar or pharmaceuticals.

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Capital Investment Classification

Industries categorized by the amount of capital invested, ranging from large-scale requiring significant investment to cottage industries with minimal capital.

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Study Notes

Learning Objectives

  • Discuss the importance of industries with respect to national economy
  • Acquire knowledge of various industries in Goa and India
  • Comprehend the consequences of Industrial pollution
  • Explain the need for manufacturing industries
  • Comprehend the distribution of the major manufacturing industries in India and Goa
  • Reason out the influencing factors
  • Differentiate between polluting and non-polluting industries and its effects on environment
  • Suggest measures to reduce industrial pollution

Introduction

  • Manufacturing means creation of goods, services or utility which satisfies human wants and needs.
  • It involves four factors of production, i.e., land, labour, capital and enterprise.

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