Question Q.7Account for the factors influencing locationGS1GS1
Account for the factors influencing the location of semiconductor industries across the world. (10 marks, 150 words)
Introduction
Semi-conductor industry is footprint of geo-politics emphasised in 'Chips War' by chris miller.
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Main Body
Locations of Semi-conductor industry Factors Influencing (1) Agglomeration + specialis alter & economies of scaleTaiwanTSMC produces 95% of highest end [chips]. (2) Govt & Industrial policiesto R&DCHIPS Act of USA$52 billion Subsidy.
3Availability of capital → highly capital intensive, requires $3-4bn for a single fab. (4) Geo-politics → USA/sanctions prevent china from access to machines needed for pro fab. (5) Availability of Human Resource highly skilled → material engineers → electronics engineers. (6) Global supply chain integration → requires more than 3000 items produced throughout out world.
98 words1 paragraphs
Conclusion
India itself launched 'India Semiconductor Nation' to ensure Administrata & strategic autonomy
12 words
Diagram
Diagram showing locations of semiconductor industry across regions: USA, Germany, South Korea, China, Taiwan, Japan
- Mentioned geopolitical context
- Cited specific example (Taiwan)
- Included government policies
Topper
Neeraj Trar
AIR 180
Subject & Paper
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Topic
Distribution of Key Natural Resources across the world
Location of primary, secondary, and tertiary sector industries
Semiconductor industry location factors
Writing Stats
123
Total words
1
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