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Which of these industries is categorized as a base industry?
Which of these industries is categorized as a base industry?
Which characteristic is most associated with base industries?
Which characteristic is most associated with base industries?
Which of the following is an example of a capital goods industry?
Which of the following is an example of a capital goods industry?
Which industry is an example of a consumer goods industry?
Which industry is an example of a consumer goods industry?
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What is a key distinction between heavy and light industries?
What is a key distinction between heavy and light industries?
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What was considered an indicator of a country's development for a long time?
What was considered an indicator of a country's development for a long time?
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Which of the following is now considered a leading indicator of a developed country?
Which of the following is now considered a leading indicator of a developed country?
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What is a significant contribution of the construction sector to the economy?
What is a significant contribution of the construction sector to the economy?
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What is the main function of a capital goods industry?
What is the main function of a capital goods industry?
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Which activity is associated with the extractive industry?
Which activity is associated with the extractive industry?
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Study Notes
Types of Industries
- Industries are categorized as heavy (basic and capital goods) or light (consumer goods) based on product type and energy usage
- Heavy industries use large resources, are often polluting and require significant investment
- Light industries are smaller scale, less polluting and need less investment
Basic Industry
- Produces raw materials for other industries
- Large-scale operations, high energy consumption and often polluting
- Examples: metal industry (steel, iron), chemical industry (fertilizers, plastics, explosives), and extraction industries (cement)
Capital Goods Industry
- Produces machinery and equipment for other industrial processes
- Examples: construction industry (buildings, infrastructure), manufacturing machinery, and transportation equipment
Consumer Goods Industry
- Manufactures goods for direct consumer use
- Smaller scale and less polluting than heavy industries
- Examples: food processing, clothing, transportation, electronics, and furniture
The Construction Industry
- A major economic sector, providing employment and contributing to the economy
- A consumer of resources, particularly land, and sometimes subject to speculation
- Related to other industries (e.g., cement, metal for infrastructure)
- A key contributor in building infrastructure, roads etc
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Description
This quiz explores the various types of industries including heavy, light, basic, capital goods, and consumer goods. Learn about their characteristics, examples, and environmental impact. Perfect for students studying industrial categorization.
