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Steam Engine

Patented in 1769 by James Watt, revolutionized industry.

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Industrial Revolution

Transformation in manufacturing technology beginning in 1700s.

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Geographic Distribution

Patterns of industry location across regions and countries.

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Environmental Issues

Concerns related to air, water, and land pollution.

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Globalization

Increased competition for attracting and retaining industries.

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Industrial Clustering

Concentration of industries in specific geographic areas.

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Developed Countries

Nations with advanced economies and industrialization.

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Developing Countries

Nations with emerging economies and industrial growth.

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Iron Industry

First industry to utilize steam engines for production.

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Coal Industry

Primary energy source during the Industrial Revolution.

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Industrial Regions

Key areas of industrial activity globally.

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Europe's Industrial Areas

Regions like UK and Ruhr dominate industrial output.

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North America's Industrial Areas

Regions like Northeast and Midwest are key industrial hubs.

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East Asia's Industrial Areas

China and Japan are leading manufacturing regions.

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Kuznetsk

Russia's major manufacturing district with coal reserves.

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Silesia

Rapidly growing industrial area in Europe.

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Mid-Rhine

Central industrial area in Europe, financial hub.

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Mohawk Valley

Industrial belt in New York utilizing hydroelectric power.

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Pittsburgh-Lake Erie

Historical center of steel production in the U.S.

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Southern California

Major center for clothing and textile manufacturing.

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Great Lakes Region

Industrial area in North America near major waterways.

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Rotterdam

World's largest port, crucial for trade in Europe.

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Volga Region

Contains Russia's largest petroleum and natural gas fields.

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Rainc Run Up

Concentration of iron and steel industries in Europe.

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Middle Atlantic

Largest U.S. market attracting diverse industries.

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Guangdong Province

Leading industrial area in China, major manufacturing hub.

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Yangtze River Valley

Key industrial region in China, significant economic growth.

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China

World's leading manufacturing country by most measures.

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Western Great Lakes

Center of U.S. transportation network and steel production.

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Southeastern Ontario

Canada's key industrial area near Great Lakes.

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Japan's Industrial Power

Became industrialized in the 1950s and 1960s.

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Manufacturing Concentration in Japan

Centered between Tokyo and Nagasaki.

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China's Labor Supply

World's largest supply of low-cost labor.

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South Korea's Manufacturing

Focuses on export-oriented production, especially ships.

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Situation Factors

Involve transporting materials to and from factories.

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Site Factors

Result from unique characteristics of a location.

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Bulk-Reducing Industry

Locates near inputs to minimize transport costs.

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Nonmetallic Minerals

Used in building stones and fertilizers.

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Metallic Minerals

Valuable for machinery and vehicle manufacturing.

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Ferrous Alloys

Contain iron; used in construction and machinery.

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Proximity to Inputs

Optimal location near raw materials for cost efficiency.

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Proximity to Markets

Optimal location near consumers to reduce costs.

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Silicon

27.7% of Earth's crust; used in electronics.

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Oxygen

46.6% of Earth's crust; essential for life.

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Aluminum

8.1% of Earth's crust; lightweight metal used widely.

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Copper

Valued for high conductivity and malleability.

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Lead

Used in batteries, pipes, and construction materials.

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Nickel

Used in stainless steel and high-temperature alloys.

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Manganese

Imparts toughness during steel production.

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Molybdenum

Enhances toughness and resilience in steel.

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Lithium

Used in batteries for electronic devices.

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Chromium

Key component of stainless steel.

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Diamonds

Considered a nonmetallic mineral; valuable gemstones.

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Phosphorus

Used in fertilizers; essential nutrient for plants.

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Sulfur

Used in fertilizers and industrial processes.

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Magnesium

Light, strong metal for corrosion-resistant alloys.

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Tin

Corrosion-resistant metal used for plating iron and steel.

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Zinc

Coating for iron and steel to prevent corrosion.

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Titanium

Used as white pigment; extracted from ilmenite.

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Precious Metals

Includes silver, gold, and platinum group metals.

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Tungsten

Manufactures tungsten carbide for cutting tools.

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Rare Earth Metals

17 elements used in electronics and motors.

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Bulk-Gaining Industry

Produces goods that gain volume during production.

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Single-Market Manufacturer

Specialized manufacturers serving one or two customers.

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Perishable Products

Goods requiring rapid delivery to consumers.

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Fabricated Metals

Parts and machinery made from steel and metals.

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Just-in-Time Delivery

Parts delivered right before assembly to minimize inventory.

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Beverage Production

Bulk-gaining industry bottling drinks near consumers.

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Water in Beverage Production

Bulky input; bottlers locate near consumer markets.

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Steel Fabricators

Transform steel into complex products near markets.

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YKK

World's largest zipper manufacturer; factories in 68 countries.

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Fresh Food Processing

Requires proximity to markets for rapid delivery.

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Daily Newspaper

Highly perishable product; demands quick delivery.

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Aluminum Alloys

Used in lightweight beverage cans for corrosion resistance.

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China's Role in Metals

Leading producer of magnesium, zinc, and rare earth metals.

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Australia's Role in Metals

Leading producer of nickel and aluminum.

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Corrosion Resistance

Property that prevents metal degradation over time.

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Bauxite Ore

Primary source for extracting aluminum.

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Canning Industry

Example of bulk-gaining industry producing beverages.

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Fabrication Processes

Includes forging, stamping, and welding metals.

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Motor Vehicle Parts

Specialized components produced near assembly plants.

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Dairy Production

Located in Wisconsin for agricultural suitability.

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Newspaper Demand

Consumers prefer immediate access to printed news.

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Transportation Cost

Expenses incurred to move goods to markets.

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Decline of Print Jobs

Print publishing jobs decreased from 1 million to 800,000.

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Increase in Internet Jobs

Internet publishing jobs rose from 70,000 to 80,000.

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Bulkiness of Products

Increased size after processing affects transportation.

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Modes of Transportation

Goods transported via ship, rail, truck, or air.

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Cost per Kilometer

Transportation cost decreases with longer distances.

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Trucks

Ideal for short-distance delivery due to speed.

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Trains

Used for longer distances, less frequent stops.

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Ships

Cost-effective for long-distance ocean transport.

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Break-of-Bulk Point

Location where goods transfer between transport modes.

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Copper Mining

First step in copper production, involves extracting ore.

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Concentration Process

Crushing and grinding ore to increase copper content.

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Smelting

Process that removes impurities from concentrated copper.

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Refining

Purification process producing nearly pure copper cathodes.

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Energy Sources

Metal processors locate near economical electrical sources.

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Transportation Modes

Includes ship, rail, truck, and air options.

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Copper Concentrate

Product with about 25% copper after concentration.

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