2 Location of Production Free Online FlashCards

What chiefly influences where primary production takes place?

Primary production is strongly influenced by the location and characteristics of natural resources.

Which natural conditions shape agricultural production?

Climate, soil, water, topography, and the length of the growing season shape which crops and livestock can be produced economically.

What does irrigation require to support farming in dry regions?

Irrigation can support crops in dry regions, but it requires reliable access to surface water or groundwater.

What factors influence where forestry is concentrated?

Forestry depends on suitable tree species and the ability to harvest and transport them; climate, soils, terrain, conservation rules, and mill access also matter.

Why do fishing locations depend on more than fish stocks?

Fishing depends on aquatic ecosystems and fish stocks. Ports, storage, processing, and transport links help move perishable catches to consumers.

Why can’t a mine simply move to a cheaper labor market?

Mining and energy extraction must occur where deposits are located. Viability also depends on deposit quality and size, technology, transport, supplies, and environmental requirements.

How can technology change where primary production is feasible?

Irrigation, fertilizers, machinery, refrigeration, and improved transport can make production feasible in places where it was previously difficult or unprofitable.

Why might a factory using heavy, bulky, or perishable inputs locate nearby?

They often benefit from locating near those inputs, reducing the difficulty or cost of moving them.

Which labor factors matter in choosing a manufacturing location?

The relevant factors include workers’ skills, productivity, and availability, as well as their number and wages.

How can automation change a factory’s location priorities?

Automation can reduce the need for some routine workers while increasing the value of skilled workers, dependable power, and digital connectivity.

What are agglomeration economies?

They can provide shared suppliers, a pool of skilled workers, specialized services, and opportunities to exchange knowledge.

What are potential costs of industrial concentration?

Concentration can bring congestion, higher land costs, and competition for labor.