ReasoningEasy1 mark
9(d)
Give a reason for each of the following:
Petrochemical industries are usually located close to the oil refineries.
Topic: Petrochemical industry
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Their raw materials are the products of the refinery itself, so standing beside it saves the whole cost of carrying them.
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