Question

●Why most industry are concealed around coal mines?
●Distinguish between primary and tertiary activities.

Answer 1

1A:Coal is the common source of energy for most industries. So industries are concentrated around coal mines to reduce transportation costs. Give reason for Petroleum is referred to as “black gold”.

2A: the distinguish between primary, secondary and tertiary sectors using examples. (i) Primary Sector (or Agriculture sector). It includes all those economic activities which are connected with extraction and production of natural resources, e.g., agriculture, fishing, mining, etc.