secondary economic activitys Flashcards
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What is a locational factor?
A locational factor refers to the geographical and environmental aspects that influence the location of a business or industry.
Where does water come from for the factory in Bananer?
Water comes from the nearby river.
When was the factory in Bananer set up?
The factory was set up in 1976.
What type of concrete does the factory in Bananer produce?
The factory produces precast concrete used for tunnels.
What is an example of a project using the factory’s concrete?
An example is the Dublin Port Runner.
What raw materials does the factory use?
The factory uses limestone, sand, gravel, and silica.
Where is silica found?
Silica is found in areas surrounding the factory.
Where does the workforce for the factory come from?
The workforce is supplied from Bananer and surrounding towns.
What transportation infrastructure was built for the factory?
A road was built to bypass the town of Bananer.
How long does it take to transport products to the port?
It takes 2 hours to transport products to the port.
Who set up Tayto and when?
Tayto was set up by Joe Murphy in 1954.
What is the significance of the location of Tayto?
Tayto is located near a big city and town that provides a workforce.
What transportation access does Tayto have?
Tayto is located close to the M2, which leads to the airport or port in Dublin.
What is the climate like for growing potatoes in Ireland?
Ireland has the perfect climate for growing potatoes.
Where do most of the potatoes used by Tayto come from?
90% of the potatoes used come from a 30 km radius.
What services are available to Tayto?
All modern services are available to Tayto.
