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1. 1.

   On an outline map of the world, mark and name the following:

   1. The country which is the largest producer of coal.
   2. A country in North America that has rich reserves of oil.
   3. An oil-producing nation in the Middle-east.
   4. A country that leads in wind energy generation in Europe.
   5. A country which is one of the highest coal-producing regions in Europe.
2. 2.

   On an outline map of India, mark and name the following:

   1. a thermal power station in Odisha
   2. a hydroelectric power station in Karnataka
   3. A state that has immense potential for solar energy production.
   4. The river that has the Krishnaraj Sagar Dam.
   5. The state where the Nagarjuna Sagar Dam is located.
3. 3.

   Differentiate between large-scale and small-scale industries.
4. 4.

   Distinguish between agro-based and mineral-based industries.
5. 5.

   Why are industries needed? Give any three reasons.
6. 6.

   Explain any three factors that are important for the localisation of an industry.