TYPES OF INDUSTRY

Industries can be categorized in various ways based on their characteristics and the
products or services they offer. Some common types of industries include:

1. Primary Industry: Industries that are involved in the extraction and production of
natural resources such as mining, fishing, and agriculture.
2. Secondary Industry: Industries that are involved in the manufacturing or
construction of products such as automobiles, clothing, and furniture.
3. Tertiary Industry: Industries that are involved in providing services such as retail,
hospitality, and healthcare.
4. Quaternary Industry: Industries that are involved in the production and
distribution of information and knowledge such as research and development,
technology, and education.
5. Quinary Industry: Industries that are involved in providing high-level services such
as government, healthcare, and research and development.
6. Heavy Industry: Industries that involve the production of heavy goods such as
machinery, steel, and chemicals.
7. Light Industry: Industries that involve the production of light goods such as
textiles, electronics, and food products.
8. Service Industry: Industries that primarily provide services such as banking,
insurance, and consulting.
9. Green Industry: Industries that focus on sustainable practices and products such
as renewable energy, organic farming, and eco-tourism.