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Flashcards in Y9 Urban IC Deck (7)
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1
Q

What is urbanisation?

A

An increase in the percentage of people living in towns and cities

2
Q

Example of a push factor?

A

High crime rates, lack of employment, war, natural disasters, poor living conditions

3
Q

Example of a pull factor?

A

Low crime rates, good healthcare, more job opportunities, higher wages, less chance of natural disaster

4
Q

A reason Sheffield’s CBD went in to decline?

A

Meadowhall (out of town shopping centre) is more convenient as it offers free parking, protection from weather and a large selection of shops.

5
Q

Name a transport issue in HICs

A

Air pollution, adverse health impacts e.gg asthma, late for work

6
Q

Name a solution to traffic challenges in HICs

A

Congestion charge, integrated public transport systems, park and ride, HOV and bus lanes, electric buses and cars, car sharing

7
Q

Where is Dharavi?

A

Mumbai, India (NEE)