Cambridge Science Park MEDC- Cast Study Flashcards
1
Q
Why is Cambridge a good location for a science park?
A
- it has room to expand
- good road transport
- near a university so can employ workers easily
- road links to London M11
2
Q
What is a science park?
A
An area devoted to scientific research, where quaternary, high tech industries join.
3
Q
What are footloose industries?
A
Industries that aren’t tied to a location or natural resource. It can move somewhere else.
4
Q
What are the benefits of high tech clusters?
A
- they can share workers
- they can share ideas
- they can buy bulk order items for a cheaper price
5
Q
Why does high quality landscape attract quaternary industries?
A
- it away from the busy cities
- there is room to expand
6
Q
What role does Cambridge university have to the Science Park?
A
It was set up by the university
7
Q
How many companies are using the science park?
A
Over 100
