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Consider the following characteristics of industries: 1. They can be located in a wide variety of places. 2. They are not dependent on any specific raw material. 3. They are generally not polluting industries. 4. The most important factor in their location is accessibility. Which one of the following types of industries has the above characteristics?

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The characteristics described—location flexibility, independence from specific raw materials, non-polluting nature, and accessibility—define 'Footloose' industries. Unlike traditional heavy industries that are tied to raw material sources or energy supplies [1], footloose industries can be established anywhere because their components and finished products are typically lightweight and have a high value-to-weight ratio [2]. They are not dependent on specific geographical resources or proximity to mines [2]. Instead, they prioritize accessibility via efficient transportation networks, such as highway corridors, and access to a skilled workforce [2]. Common examples include computer chip manufacturing, diamond cutting, and electronics. These industries are generally non-polluting and often locate in 'greenfield' sites or near major transport arteries like the M4 corridor in the UK [3]. In contrast, sunrise industries are emerging sectors, sunset industries are declining ones, and market-oriented industries must remain close to consumers.

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  1. [1] Environment and Ecology, Majid Hussain (Access publishing 3rd ed.) > Chapter 10: Locational Factors of Economic Activities > Locational Factors of industries > p. 32
  2. [2] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Footloose_industry
  3. [3] https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1364032124000534
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