The ways people make money and spend money
economy
a job or career
occupation
Describe the impact of climate on Arizona's economy.
Our warm, dry weather persuaded many families to migrate to Arizona in the 1900s. People continue to move to or visit Arizona. The state's 300 days of sunshine each year and mild winters have helped tourism grow here.
the average weather of a specific place over time
climate
Which three of the five C's have a large effect on Arizona's economy today?
cattle
climate
copper
Why is manufacturing important to Arizona's future economy?
Manufacturing is important because it could provide up to $100 million to our future economy.
an engineering field that designs, manufactures, and operates things that fly
aerospace
What crops have replaced cotton in Arizona's agricultural industry?
alfalfa
lettuce
the act of making a product
production
What were the three largest industries in Arizona around 2020?
health care
transportation
government
a tool that uses biology to make new products
biotech
Which industry is a world leader in renewable energy in Arizona?
biotech