Question

Distinguish between the following. Agro-based and mineral-based industry​

Answer 1

Answer:

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Explanation:

Agro-based industries use plant and animal-based products as their raw materials. Mineral-based industries are primary industries that use mineral ores as their raw materials.

It is a source of employment for people in rural areas. It is a source of employment for both rural and urban populations.

Food processing, vegetable oil, cotton textile, dairy products and leather industries are examples of agro-based industries Steel and Iron Industries and Heavy Machinery industries are examples of Mineral based industries.

Answer 2

Agro based Industry

• These industries derive their raw materials from agriculture.
• Agro based industries usually do not require huge amount of capital.
• Examples - Jute industry and sugar industry

Mineral based Industry

• These industries use minerals as their raw materials.
• These are capital intensive units as involves large investment
• Example - Iron and steel industry and automobile industry.