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  Distinguish between agro-based and mineral-based industries. Also give two examples of each.

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                  The differences between agro-based and mineral-based industries are

S. No	Agro-based industries	Mineral-based industries
(i)	Industries which are dependent on agriculture to obtain their raw material are called agro-based industries.	Industries which are dependent on mineral resources to obtain their raw material are called mineral-based industries.
(ii)	For example, cotton textiles, jute textiles, sugar industry, etc.	For example, iron and steel industry, cement industry, aluminium industry, etc.