impacts of urbanisation

Question 1

urbanisation

Answer 1

refers to the development and physical growth of
towns and cities.

Question 2

urbanisation impacts on waterways

Answer 2

disruption of ecosystems
rising salt levels
loss of stream side vegetation
erosion of creeks and watercourses
water pollution

Question 3

urbanisation impacts on land

Answer 3

decrease in biodiversity
introduction of weeds
loss of topsoil
habitat loss
increased water absorption into the soil

Question 4

urbanisation impacts of changing lifestyle

Answer 4

21st-century people spend more time in urbanised area and engaged with technology then in the natural environment
tourism operators exploit the outdoor environment
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