option G (urban environment) Flashcards
(35 cards)
Urban Place
A settlement with a high population density and built infrastructure. Defined by functions like commerce, industry, and administration.
Hierarchy of Settlements
The ranking of settlements based on population size and services offered. Includes hamlets, villages, towns, and cities.
Threshold Population
The minimum number of people required for a service to be economically viable.
Range
The maximum distance people are willing to travel to access a service.
Low-order Goods
Everyday necessities like bread and newspapers.
High-order Goods
Expensive and infrequently purchased goods, such as cars and jewelry.
sphere of influence
he area served by a settlement or business.
Site
The physical land on which a settlement is built.
Deprivation
The lack of access to basic services, education, employment, and healthcare in certain urban areas.
Informal Economy
Economic activities that are not regulated by the government, such as street vending and unregistered businesses.
Slums & Squatter Settlements
Areas of informal housing with poor infrastructure, often lacking legal recognition.
Edge Cities
Suburban areas with commercial centers, offices, and residences, often located near major highways.
Ethnic Segregation
The clustering of particular ethnic groups within certain neighborhoods.
Residential Density
The number of housing units per area, often higher in city centers and lower in suburbs.
Gentrification
Undeveloped land, usually on the urban fringe, used for new development.
what is an urban place categorised my
-population size
-predominant economic activities
-an administrative function
eco city example
Masdar City in the UAE designed to be powered by renewable energy, banning cars in favor of public transport, and integrating sustainable architecture.
Smart City
A city that integrates technology, infrastructure, and data to improve economic performance, environmental sustainability, governance, and quality of life.
example of a smart city
Songdo International Business District , A smart city in South Korea with high-tech infrastructure, energy-efficient buildings, and smart meters to optimize energy consumption.
Compact City
A city designed to minimize travel distances, use less land, and maximize public transport efficiency, reducing carbon emissions.
Urban Heat Island Effect
The phenomenon where urban areas experience higher temperatures than surrounding rural areas due to dense infrastructure absorbing and retaining heat.
Waste Diversion Strategies
Methods to reduce landfill waste, such as recycling, composting, and converting waste into energy.
Eco-City
A city designed to minimize environmental impact by incorporating sustainable
Resilient City Design
The concept of cities being economically productive, socially inclusive, and environmentally sustainable, ensuring efficient transport, energy, water, and waste systems.
