Palestinian Stone Industry
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What is the main reason why Palestinian stone is often preferred by architects worldwide?

  • Low cost and easy availability
  • Historical significance and cultural value
  • Beautiful colors and excellent quality (correct)
  • High durability and strength

    • How has technology impacted the stone industry?

  • It has reduced the demand for Palestinian stone
  • It has improved efficiency in producing finished stone (correct)
  • It has led to an increase in manual labor in quarries
  • It has caused a decline in the quality of stone produced

    • Where are over 60% of the 262 quarries located?

  • Near Hebron and Bethlehem (correct)
  • Close to the Holy Land's borders
  • In remote mountainous regions
  • Near ancient cities in Palestine

    • How much of the world's building stone is produced by Palestinian quarries and factories?

    <p>4.5%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the annual revenue generated by the Palestinian stone industry?

    <p>$450 million</p> Signup and view all the answers

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