Secondary Sector in South Africa
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What is the primary function of the secondary sector in South Africa?

  • Providing healthcare services
  • Creating jobs and contributing to GDP (correct)
  • Developing software applications
  • Generating electricity

Which type of industry is characterized by large-scale production and significant pollution?

  • Light Industries
  • Raw Material Oriented Industries
  • Market Oriented Industries
  • Heavy Industries (correct)

Where are light industries usually located?

  • Near the source of raw materials
  • On the outskirts of urban areas
  • Positioned near consumers
  • Close to central business districts (correct)

Which of the following is NOT an example of a heavy industry in South Africa?

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

Which type of industry is positioned near consumers to reduce transportation costs for perishable goods?

<p>Market Oriented Industries (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the secondary sector encompass?

<p>Transformation of raw materials into finished goods (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are heavy industries located on the outskirts of urban areas?

<p>Due to heavy reliance on raw materials and bulk transport facilities (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which industry is involved in producing items like clothing, shoes, and furniture?

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

Where are Raw Material Oriented Industries usually situated?

<p>Near the source of raw materials (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason Market Oriented Industries are positioned near consumers?

<p>To minimize transportation costs for perishable goods (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of industries are positioned at transport hubs for goods transfer?

<p>Break-of-Bulk Industries (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What factor supports varied industrial activities by providing access to a diverse range of resources?

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

Which region in South Africa is known for car assembly and textile industries?

<p>Port Elizabeth-Uitenhage (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can hinder industrial development due to brain drain and frequent strikes?

<p>Labour Supply Challenges (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where are Industrial Development Zones (IDZs) located to boost export-driven industries?

<p>Near ports and airports (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which factor, essential for processing and cooling, is supported by water transfer schemes in areas with shortages?

<p>Water Supply (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of industries often locate near energy sources to reduce costs?

<p>Footloose Industries (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What contributes to urban congestion, high land costs, and increased resource demand due to excessive urban development?

<p>Over-Concentration (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which South African region benefits from a skilled labour force, a good harbour, and raw materials like deciduous fruit and wine despite facing challenges like water shortages and expensive electricity?

<p>South Western Cape (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of programs aim to generate investment in key economic sectors and increase employment in specific areas?

<p>Spatial Development Initiatives (SDIs) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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