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Distinguish between agro-based and mineral-based industries with two examples of each.
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Answer
Agro-based industries use products of agriculture as their raw material, for example the cotton textile and sugar industries. Mineral-based industries use minerals as their raw material, for example the iron and steel and the cement industries.
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Explanation
Agro-based industries are usually located near the growing areas when the raw material is bulky or perishable.
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