5 Flashcards
What does the primary sector deal with?
The primary sector deals with the extraction, collecting, and cultivating of raw materials and natural resources.
Examples include livestock, fish, timber, coal, and gold.
What are examples of industries in the primary sector?
Examples of industries in the primary sector include agriculture, fishing, forestry, and mining.
What does the secondary sector do?
The secondary sector transforms raw materials from the primary sector into finished or unfinished products.
What are examples of industries in the secondary sector?
Examples of industries in the secondary sector include manufacturing, construction, factories, and electricity generation.
What does the tertiary sector refer to?
The tertiary sector refers to industries that offer services to other businesses and consumers.
What is another name for the tertiary sector?
The tertiary sector is also known as the services industry.
What are examples of industries in the tertiary sector?
Examples of industries in the tertiary sector include financing, hospitality, retailers, wholesalers, storage, tourism, and transportation.
