Q1. Define industry.
Ans: Industry refers to an economic activity that is concerned with production of goods, extraction of minerals or provision of services.
Q2. Name three common methods of classifying industries.
Ans: Industries are classified according to raw material used, size and ownership.
Q3. Expand the abbreviation AMUL. Where are its headquarters?
Ans: AMUL stands for Anand Milk Union Limited. Its headquarters are located in Anand, Gujarat.
Q4. Name four common processes involved in a textile industry.
Ans:
- Ginning: This is the process of separating cotton fibres from seeds.
- Spinning: Here, the cotton fibres are twisted into yarn.
- Weaving: This involves interlacing yarn to create fabric.
- Dyeing: In this step, the fabric is coloured using various dyes.
Q5. Name an industrial region in northern India.
Ans: The Gurgaon-Delhi-Meerut region is a prominent industrial area in northern India.
Q6. Name some elements alloyed with steel.
Ans: Aluminium, nickel and copper are elements that are alloyed with steel.
Q7. What products do industrial plants in Jamshedpur produce?
Ans: Industrial plants produce chemicals, locomotive parts, agricultural equipment, machinery, tinplate, etc.
Q8. What is the link between the mines and the industry in Pittsburgh?
Ans: The Great Lakes of North America lie between the mines and industrial plant in Pittsburgh.
Q9. Name two natural fibres and two human-made fibres.
Ans: Two natural fibres: wool, silk. Two human-made fibres: nylon, polyester.
Q10. Why is Bangalore called “Silicon Plateau”?
Ans: Bangalore is called Silicon Plateau because of the IT industry there, and the word “plateau” refers to the Deccan Plateau where it is located.
SHORT ANSWER TYPE QUESTIONS
Q1. Describe briefly the classification of industries on basis of ownership.
Ans: Industries can be classified based on ownership into four main categories:
- Private Sector: Owned by individuals or groups.
- Public Sector: Owned by the government, such as Hindustan Aeronautics Limited.
- Joint Sector: Co-owned by the government and private individuals, with Maruti Udyog as a notable example.
- Cooperative Sector: Owned and operated by producers or suppliers, like AMUL and Sudha Dairy.
Q2. Give examples of industrial regions in India and the world.
Ans: The major industrial regions of the world include:
- Eastern North America
- Western and Central Europe
- Eastern Europe
- Eastern Asia
In India, significant industrial regions are:
- Mumbai-Pune cluster
- Bangalore-Tamil Nadu region
- Hugli region
- Ahmedabad-Baroda region
- Chhotanagpur industrial belt
- Vishakhapatnam-Guntur belt
- Gurgaon-Delhi-Meerut region
- Kollam-Thiruvananthapuram industrial cluster
Q3. Write the properties and significance of steel.
Ans: Properties of Steel:
- Toughness: Steel is strong and resistant to breaking.
- Malleability: It can be easily shaped into different forms.
- Ductility: Steel can be stretched into wires without breaking.
- Alloying: Adding elements like aluminium, nickel, or copper enhances its hardness and rust resistance.
Significance of Steel:
- Steel is often referred to as the backbone of modern industry.
- It is used in a wide range of everyday items, including:
- Vehicles such as ships, trains, and cars.
- Small items like needles and safety pins.
- Machinery and equipment.
- Buildings and infrastructure.
- Steel is essential for various industries, including construction and manufacturing.
Q4. What factors supported Sakchi being chosen to set up the steel plant by TISCO?
Ans: Sakchi was selected for the steel plant due to several key factors:
- Proximity to Kalimati Railway Station, only 32 km away.
- Access to essential raw materials such as iron ore, coal, and manganese.
- Nearby Kolkata provided a significant market for products.
- Easy access to Jharia coal fields and limestone from Odisha and Chhattisgarh.
- Nearby rivers, Kharkai and Subarnarekha, ensured a reliable water supply.
LONG ANSWER TYPE QUESTIONS
Q: Write short notes on iron and steel industry in Pittsburgh
Ans: Pittsburgh is a significant steel city in the United States, known for its robust steel industry. Key points about the industry include:
- Raw Materials: Local availability of coal and iron ore sourced from Minnesota.
- Transport Routes: The Great Lakes provide a cost-effective shipping route for ore, with trains facilitating transport to Pittsburgh.
- Water Supply: The Ohio, Monongahela, and Allegheny rivers ensure a reliable water source for production.
- Finished Products: Steel is transported to markets via both land and water routes.
- Industrial Diversity: The region hosts various factories producing items like chemicals and machinery, utilising steel as a primary material.