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Why iron and steel industry called a heavy industry? |
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Answer» Thanks Iron and steel industry called a heavy industry because it is a basic industry which supply raw materials to the automobile companies. Steel is the main alloy which is used to make many utensils. Iron and steel industry is called as a heavy industry because-(i) The raw materials and finished goods are heavy and bulky.(ii) The transportation costs are heavy.(iii) Iron ore, coking coal and limestone are required in the ratio of approximately 4:2:1. Because iron and steel industries provide a strong base for the development of the country. Plls_ help _me |
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