Question

Why are organic chemical plants located near oil refineries?

Answer 1

because it contain both large and small scale manufacturing units. There has been a rapid growth of organic and inorganic . Inorganic chemicals are widespread while organic chemical plants are located near oil refineries

Answer 2

Explanation:

The chemical industry in India is fast growing and diversifying. It contributes

approximately 3 per cent of the GDP. It is the third largest in Asia and occupies the twelfth place in the place in the world in term of its size. It comprises both large and small scale manufacturing units. Rapid growth has been recorded in both inorganic and organic sectors. Inorganic chemicals include sulphuric acid (used to manufacture fertilisers, synthetic fibres, plastics, adhesives, paints, dyes stuffs), nitric acid, alkalies, soda ash (used to make glass, soaps and detergents, paper) and caustic soda. These industries are widely spread over the country.