Distinguish between the primary and secondary sectors of an economy.
Difference between the primary and secondary sectors:
| Primary sector | Secondary sector |
|---|---|
| The primary sector deals with the utilisation of natural resources such as mining, fishing, cultivation etc. | The secondary sector uses the products of the primary sector as raw materials for their production. |
| This sector is also called the agriculture and related sector as most of the natural products are obtained from agriculture, dairy, fishing and forestry. | As manufacturing and processing of raw materials takes place in this sector, this sector is also known as the industrial sector. |
| These products formthe base for the secondary sector. | The finished products of this sector directly reach the consumers. |