Why is iron and steel industry called a heavy industry? Give three reasons.
Iron and steel industry is called as a heavy industry because-
(i) The raw materials and finished goods are heavy and bulky.
(ii) The transportation costs are heavy
(iii) Iron ore, coking coal and limestone are required in the ratio of approximately 4:2:1.
Which one of the following industries uses bauxite as a raw material?
Which one of the following industries manufactures telephones, computer, etc?
What is manufacturing?
Name any three physical factors for the location of an industry.
Name any three human factors for the location of an industry.
What are basic industries? Give an example.
Name the important raw materials used in manufacturing of cement.
How are integrated steel plants different from mini steel plants? What problems does the industry face? What recent developments have led to a rise in the production capacity?
How do industries pollute the environment?
Discuss the steps to be taken to minimise environmental degradation by industry.
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