
Extractive
Industry Focus
Use 'extractive' to talk about industries like mining, oil drilling, and forestry which remove resources from nature.
The oil sands are part of Canada's extractive industry.
Environmental Impact
'Extractive' can imply negative environmental effects, such as habitat destruction or pollution.
Environmental activists protest against the extractive sector's practices.
Economic Role
The term is often associated with economic discussions about resource management and exploitation.
Countries rich in natural resources depend heavily on extractive processes.
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