Which one of the following pairs is correctly matched?

Correct option is C

Pittsburgh, located in the United States, is historically known as the center of the iron and steel industry. The city earned the nickname "Steel City" due to its dominance in steel production during the 19th and 20th centuries. The availability of coal, iron ore, and water transportation contributed to Pittsburgh becoming a major hub for the iron and steel industry.

• Pittsburgh Steel Industry:
  • Developed due to abundant resources like iron ore, coal, and limestone.
  • Major steel companies like Carnegie Steel Company were based here.
  • The city played a crucial role in industrial growth in the USA.

1. (a) Shipbuilding Industry - Lusaka (Incorrect)

   • Lusaka is the capital of Zambia, which is a landlocked country and does not have a shipbuilding industry.

2. (b) Aircraft Industry - Florence (Incorrect)

   • Florence, Italy, is famous for its art, culture, and history, not for aircraft manufacturing. Major aircraft industries are found in cities like Seattle (USA) and Toulouse (France).

3. (d) Automobile Industry - Los Angeles (Incorrect)

   • The automobile industry is centered in Detroit, USA, not Los Angeles. Detroit is known as the "Motor City" due to its dominance in automobile manufacturing.