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Question
What is a Nodal centre?
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Solution
A town, which is at the junction of many routes is usually very important and is known as a nodal centre. A nodal centre has generally a dense settlement. Big towns, having dense settlements, reflect the availability of industry and commerce. The availability of minerals can also cause the growth big towns.
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