Manufacturing Industries Overview
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What is the primary function of the manufacturing sector?

  • To produce goods in large quantities from raw materials (correct)
  • To focus solely on agricultural outputs
  • To produce goods in small quantities
  • To generate foreign exchange through tourism
  • Manufacturing industries do not have an impact on reducing unemployment.

    False (B)

    List two factors that influence industrial location.

    Raw material, Labour

    The textile industry in India is known for being _____ in the value chain.

    <p>self-reliant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following industries with their primary raw materials:

    <p>Cotton Textiles = Cotton Jute Textiles = Jute Sugar Industry = Sugarcane Woollen Textiles = Wool</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage has been the trend of growth rate in manufacturing over the last decade?

    <p>7 per cent per annum (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    India is one of the largest producers of raw jute and jute goods.

    <p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name one benefit of manufacturing industries to the national economy.

    <p>Boost to the economy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Workers in industries such as steel, car, and breweries fall into _____ activities.

    <p>secondary</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a factor influencing industrial location?

    <p>Climate conditions (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which state in India has most of the sugar mills located along the banks of the Hugli river?

    <p>West Bengal (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    India is the largest producer of sugar in the world.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is considered the basic industry that all other industries rely on?

    <p>Iron and steel industry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Aluminium smelting uses __________ as the raw material.

    <p>Bauxite</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following chemical products with their categories:

    <p>Sulphuric acid = Inorganic chemicals Synthetic rubber = Organic chemicals Petrochemicals = Organic chemicals Caustic soda = Inorganic chemicals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the main factors limiting India's iron and steel production potential?

    <p>High costs and limited availability of coking coal (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The aluminium smelting industry is gaining popularity as a substitute for steel.

    <p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of fertilizers are primarily produced by the fertilizer industry?

    <p>Nitrogenous fertilizers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The chemical industry includes both large and __________ manufacturing units.

    <p>small scale</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following properties does aluminium exhibit?

    <p>Good conductor of heat (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which states contribute to half of India's fertilizer production?

    <p>Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, and Kerala (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The automobile industry manufactures only passenger vehicles.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name the city known as the electronic capital of India.

    <p>Bengaluru</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Cement is essential for activities such as building ______.

    <p>houses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following types of pollution with their sources:

    <p>Air Pollution = Emissions from factories and fossil fuels Water Pollution = Industrial waste in rivers Noise Pollution = High decibel levels from industries Thermal Pollution = Hot water discharge from thermal plants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of pollution is caused by industrial effluents discharged into rivers?

    <p>Water Pollution (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Civil constructions require raw materials such as limestone, silica, and gypsum.

    <p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    List two types of pollution caused by industries.

    <p>Air pollution, Water pollution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The textile and dyeing industries are mainly responsible for ______ pollution.

    <p>water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a method to control environmental degradation?

    <p>Increasing emissions (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Manufacturing

    The production of goods in large quantities after processing raw materials.

    Secondary Sector

    The sector of the economy that focuses on manufacturing goods.

    Importance of Manufacturing

    Manufacturing is important because it helps modernize agriculture by providing jobs in other sectors, reduces unemployment and poverty, expands trade and brings in foreign exchange, and boosts the economy.

    Growth Rate of Manufacturing

    The rate of growth in the manufacturing sector in India has been around 7% per year.

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    Factors of Industrial Location

    The factors that influence where manufacturing industries locate.

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    Factors of Industrial Location: Examples

    These include the availability of raw materials, labor, capital, power, market access, and government policies.

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    Agro-based Industries

    Industries that rely on agricultural raw materials for their production.

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    Textile Industry

    A sector encompassing various industries that produce textiles from cotton, jute, silk, and wool.

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    Cotton Textile Industry

    A key textile industry in India, encompassing all stages from raw cotton to final products.

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    Jute Textile Industry

    India is a leading producer of raw jute and jute goods.

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    What is the cement industry?

    The process of creating cement, which is a key material in building houses, factories, bridges, roads, airports, dams, and other structures.

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    What does the automobile industry produce?

    This industry involves the production of vehicles such as trucks, buses, cars, motorcycles, scooters, and multi-utility vehicles.

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    What is the electronics industry known for?

    This industry produces a wide range of electronic devices, from radios to computers, and plays a crucial role in telecommunications.

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    What gases contribute to air pollution?

    Sulfur dioxide and carbon monoxide are harmful gases released from industries, burning fossil fuels, and other sources.

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    How do industries contribute to water pollution?

    Industries release waste and pollutants into rivers, lakes, and other water bodies, causing contamination.

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    What is noise pollution?

    Industries generate noise, which can be harmful to human and animal health and lead to hearing loss, stress, and other problems.

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    How can we control environmental degradation caused by industries?

    It involves using cleaner technologies, reducing waste, recycling materials, and adopting environmentally friendly practices to mitigate industrial pollution.

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    Sugar Industry in India

    Sugar production in India is seasonal and primarily located in West Bengal, especially along the Hugli river. While India is the world's second-largest sugar producer, it holds the top spot for the production of gur and khandsari, both traditional Indian sweeteners.

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    Mineral-based Industries

    Industries relying on minerals and metals as primary raw materials.

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    Iron and Steel Industry

    Iron and steel serve as the foundation for other industries, acting as the backbone for machinery and infrastructure. It's considered a heavy industry due to the bulk and weight involved in its raw materials and finished products, leading to significant transportation costs.

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    Aluminium Smelting

    India's second most important metallurgical industry, producing aluminium used in aircraft, cooking utensils, and wires.

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    Chemical Industries

    A chemical industry encompassing both large-scale manufacturing units and smaller businesses, focused on both inorganic and organic chemicals.

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    Fertilizer Industry

    The manufacture of nitrogenous fertilizers (urea), phosphatic fertilizers, and ammonium phosphate (DAP), plus complex fertilizers containing combinations of nitrogen (N), phosphate (P), and potash (K).

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    Importance of Iron and Steel

    Iron and steel's importance stems from its role as a base for other industries due to its use in machinery manufacturing. Its heavy nature makes transportation costly.

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    Aluminium's Advantages

    Aluminium's unique properties make it a strong substitute for other metals like steel, copper, zinc, and lead in various industries.

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    Scale of Chemical Industry

    The chemical industry comprises both large-scale and small-scale production units.

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    Types of Chemicals

    The chemical industry focuses on creating both inorganic chemicals like acids and alkalis and organic chemicals like petrochemicals, crucial for plastics, fibers, medicines, and dyes.

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    Study Notes

    Manufacturing Industries

    • Manufacturing involves producing goods in large quantities by processing raw materials.
    • Manufacturing industries fall under the secondary sector (processing).
    • Workers in factories, breweries, textiles, and bakeries are involved in manufacturing.

    Importance of Manufacturing

    • Manufacturing is vital for development.
    • It modernizes agriculture by creating jobs in secondary and tertiary sectors.
    • It reduces unemployment and poverty.
    • It increases trade and boosts foreign exchange.
    • Manufacturing contributes to economic prosperity.
    • The manufacturing sector has seen an average growth rate of around 7% per year in the last decade.

    Industrial Location Factors

    • Availability of raw materials is crucial.
    • Labour availability is important.
    • Capital investment is needed.
    • Sufficient power sources are necessary.
    • Proximity to the market is beneficial.
    • Government policies influence industrial location decisions.
    • Industries will be situated where all necessary components of location are provided at a lower cost

    Types of Industries

    • Agro-based Industries: Rely on agricultural raw materials (cotton, jute, silk, textiles, sugar, edible oil).
    • Textile Industry (Cotton Textiles): India is highly self-reliant in the textile value chain, from raw materials to finished products.
    • Jute Textiles: West Bengal is the primary region for jute production, particularly along the Hugli River.
    • Sugar Industry: India is a significant sugar producer.

    Mineral-Based Industries

    • These industries use minerals and metals as raw materials.
    • Iron and Steel: A crucial basic industry, supporting other sectors. High costs and limited coking coal availability, low labor productivity, and irregular energy supply hinder full potential.
    • Aluminium Smelting: A significant metallurgical industry, using bauxite as the raw material. This metal is important in many manufacturing sectors.
    • Chemical Industries: Includes inorganic (sulfuric acid, nitric acid) and organic (petrochemicals) chemicals. Growing both large and small-scale manufacturing.
    • Fertilizer Industry: Produces nitrogenous, phosphatic, and complex fertilizers. Leading states include Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, and Kerala.
    • Cement Industry: Essential for construction, requiring raw materials like limestone, silica, and gypsum.

    Other Important Industries

    • Automobile Industry: Manufacturing trucks, buses, cars, motorcycles, scooters, and other vehicles. Key locations include Delhi, Gurugram, Mumbai, Pune, and other major cities.
    • Information Technology and Electronics Industry: A significant sector employing many people. Bengaluru is often called the "electronic capital" of India.

    Environmental Degradation

    • Industries cause air (sulfur dioxide, carbon monoxide), water (industrial waste), land, and noise pollution.
    • Steps to reduce pollution include: water reuse, rainwater harvesting, treating wastewater, reducing harmful emissions, and noise control.

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