Commerce WAEC

Which of the following activities is classified under extractive industry?

A. exploration of minerals
B. construction of roads
C. canning of tomatoes purees
D. assembling of cars

Correct Answer: Option A

A. exploration of minerals

Explanation

Any processes that involve the extraction of raw materials from the earth to be used by consumers. The extractive industry consists of any operations that remove metals, mineral and aggregates from the earth. Examples of extractive processes include oil and gas extraction, mining, dredging and quarrying.

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