2UK population Flashcards

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how is the uk population distributed

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82% in cities which is typical of HICs more densely populated than France but less densely populated than the Neverland

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where are the UKs major cities and why are they there

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-most densely populated areas.
-tend to be on flat, low-lying parts of the country, particularly on the coast or near major rivers.
-Historically this is where cities grew supported by farming, trade and industry
Trade raw materials and being capital city

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how might population distribution in the UK change in the future

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  • general drift towards south east England and London – one of the World’s financial, business and cultural centres
  • Recently theres migration from urban to rural
  • increasing proportion of older people, many choosing to retire to live on the coast or in the country.
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