Industry and Geography Terms
Terms
Industry
Industry is the activity that transforms raw materials into semi-finished or processed goods using a source of energy. Thus, its foundations are raw materials and energy sources.
Raw Materials
Raw materials are resources that the industry transforms into developed or semi-finished products.
- Raw materials come from organic farming, livestock, and forestry.
- Raw materials are extracted from mineral deposits or areas of mineral concentration.
Metal Minerals
Metal minerals are used for basic industry
Read MoreThe Industrial Revolutions: Transforming Europe
The Industrialization of European Companies
The Two Stages of Industrialization
The industrialization of Europe occurred in two distinct stages: the First and Second Industrial Revolutions. The First Industrial Revolution saw the introduction of machinery, particularly in textiles and metallurgy, replacing manual labor and utilizing steam power. The Second Industrial Revolution expanded upon these advancements.
1. Population Growth and Agricultural Expansion
Demographic Revolution
The Industrial Revolution
Read MoreSpain’s Industrial Development in the 19th and 20th Centuries
Agricultural Development
Spain’s industrialization lagged behind the rest of Europe in the 19th century. Its economy remained largely agrarian, with a small and uncompetitive industrial sector. This was due in part to the poor development of the agricultural sector, caused by factors such as:
- Poor land quality
- Adverse weather conditions
- Ineffective agrarian reforms
Liberal land reforms abolished feudal estates and redistributed land, but this often led to short-term profit-seeking rather than long-term
Read MoreThe New Imperialism: Latin America, Africa, and Asia in the 19th Century
ITEM 7: The New Imperial Expansion
7.1. Latin America: Independence and Foreign Capital
Latin American nations began their independence movements in the first quarter of the nineteenth century, with the exception of Cuba and Puerto Rico, which achieved independence towards the end of the century. The creation of these new nations was marked by uncertainty.
Economic Model: Latin America was characterized by political independence but economic dependence. This dependence stemmed from exports and led
Read MoreAnalysis of Spain’s Tertiary Sector: Transport, Tourism, and Trade
The Space Services Unit
The service sector’s growth in Spain is due to several factors: increased household debt and purchasing power, the growth of the service industry itself, increased tourism, and growth in public services. The service sector is heterogeneous, encompassing both public services (managed by public institutions) and private services (managed by private companies or individuals). Imbalances exist across autonomous communities in terms of population, urbanization, income levels,
Read MoreAnalysis of Spain’s Agricultural and Fishing Industries
Physical Factors Affecting Spanish Agriculture
Weather
Weather conditions significantly influence agricultural practices in Spain. Inland regions experience dryness, necessitating costly irrigation systems for agriculture. Conversely, excessive rainfall and limited sunshine in northern Spain create an environment more suitable for livestock than for crop cultivation.
Altitude
Due to the climatic effects associated with high altitudes, only a small portion of land above sea level possesses optimal conditions
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