Birmingham case study (Human) Flashcards

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Describe the site of Birmingham

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Easy to access timber, iron and coal
Developed on a raised plateau over the river Rea

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Describe the situation of Birmingham

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Centre of England​
Next to international airport
Many road and railway networks e.g. H2S

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What does gentrification mean?

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The revival of an urban area that has been affected by environmental or possibly socio economic decline.

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What does De-centralisation mean?

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The movement of people, factories offices and shops away from city centres to suburbancity locations.

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What does de-industrialiastion mean?

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The decline of industrial activity in a region or in an economy.

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