Secondary Activities
Uttar Pradesh Board · Class 12 · Geography
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Explore the full setWhat are secondary activities and how do they add value to natural resources?
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Secondary activities add value to natural resources by transforming raw materials into valuable products. For example, cotton in the boll has limited use, but after being transformed into yarn, it bec…
Define manufacturing and explain the difference between 'Manufacturing' Industry and 'Manufacturing Industry'.
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Manufacturing literally means 'to make by hand' but now includes goods made by machines. It transforms raw materials into finished goods of higher value. 'Manufacturing' Industry is a broader term inc…
List and explain the five key characteristics of modern large-scale manufacturing.
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1. Specialization of Skills: Mass production of standardized parts with each worker performing one task repeatedly. 2. Mechanization: Using gadgets and automation for tasks. 3. Technological Innovatio…
What is mechanization and how does it differ from automation?
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Mechanization refers to using gadgets and machines to accomplish tasks. Automation is the advanced stage of mechanization where manufacturing processes occur without human intervention during producti…
Why do industries choose different locations? Name the main factors influencing industrial location.
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Industries choose locations to maximize profits by minimizing production costs. Main factors: 1. Access to Market (purchasing power and demand), 2. Access to Raw Materials (cheap, easy transport), 3.
What are foot-loose industries? Give their characteristics.
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Foot-loose industries can be located in a wide variety of places as they are not dependent on specific raw materials. Characteristics: Not dependent on weight-losing raw materials, depend on component…
Compare and contrast household industries, small-scale manufacturing, and large-scale manufacturing.
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Household Industries: Smallest unit, artisans use local raw materials and simple tools, production at home with family help, low commercial significance. Small-scale: Workshop outside home, local raw …
What are agro-based industries? Give examples of major agro-processing industries.
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Agro-based industries process raw materials from fields and farms into finished products for rural and urban markets. Major examples include: food processing (canning, cream production), sugar industr…
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