An increasingly urban world Flashcards
1
Q
What is urbanisation?
A
The proportion of the worlds population living in towns and cities.
2
Q
Is urbanisation increasing or decreasing globally?
A
Increasing globally.
3
Q
Does urbanisation occur equally around the world?
A
No, it takes places at different times and speeds.
4
Q
In 2020, what percentage of the worlds population lived in urban areas?
A
56%
5
Q
In the worlds richest countries, what percent of the population live in cities?
A
60%
6
Q
In which continent is urbanisation occurring the quickest?
A
Asia- 90% of the increase in the worlds urban population is taking place in Asia and Africa.
7
Q
Where around the world are urbanisation rates slowing down?
A
In HIC’s- Europe, North America and Oceania
8
Q
Where around the world are urbanisation rates increasing?
A
In LIC’s and NEE’s
