Factorys 🏭 Flashcards
1
Q
What are the factors affecting where to build a factory
A
Resource materials, markets, transport facilities, labour, services, capital, government policy and preference of owner
2
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What is light industry
A
Involved using raw materials that are small and light. The finished products are easy to transport and mostly cheap.
3
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What is heavy industry
A
Involves using raw materials that are large and heavy. The finished products can be hard to transport and are usually expensive.
4
Q
What are that factors that may cause an industry to change its location
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-a change in demand for a product
-a change in size of an industry