Cdhej Flashcards
What is the primary characteristic of a mega city?
A mega city is defined as an urban area with a population of over 10 million people.
True or False: Edge cities are typically located in the suburbs and serve as secondary business districts.
True
Fill in the blank: The theory that explains how land value decreases as distance from the city center increases is known as ________.
bid rent theory
What is a primate city?
A primate city is a city that is significantly larger and more influential than any other city in the country.
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the Ring model of urban land use? A) Concentric zones B) Sector model C) Multiple nuclei model
C) Multiple nuclei model
What does the term ‘Azul world’ refer to?
The term ‘Azul world’ is not a standard geographic term; it requires specific context to define.
Short answer: Name one factor that contributes to the formation of edge cities.
Proximity to major highways or transportation routes.
True or False: The Meadow model describes urban development as a linear pattern along transportation routes.
False
What is the main focus of bid rent theory?
Bid rent theory focuses on how land users compete for locations in urban areas based on their willingness to pay rent.
Multiple choice: Which city is an example of a mega city? A) Tokyo B) Oslo C) Wellington
A) Tokyo
Fill in the blank: In the context of urban geography, a city that acts as a central hub for economic, political, and cultural activities is often referred to as a ________ city.
primate
What is the significance of the term ‘edge cities’?
Edge cities signify the decentralization of urban areas, where new commercial developments emerge outside traditional city centers.
Short answer: How does population density generally change as one moves away from a city center according to bid rent theory?
Population density typically decreases as one moves away from the city center.
True or False: The Ring model was developed by sociologist Ernest Burgess.
True
What are the two primary factors that influence land rent in urban areas according to bid rent theory?
Distance from the city center and demand for land.
Multiple choice: Which of the following is an example of an edge city? A) New York City B) Tysons Corner C) Los Angeles
B) Tysons Corner
Fill in the blank: In urban studies, a ‘Meadow’ typically refers to ________.
a type of urban green space or park.
Short answer: What is one potential downside of mega cities?
Overcrowding and strain on infrastructure.
What distinguishes a primate city from other cities in its country?
Its population size and economic influence are disproportionately larger than those of other cities.
True or False: The sector model was proposed by Homer Hoyt.
True
Short answer: Describe one reason why edge cities have emerged in recent decades.
Increased reliance on automobiles and suburbanization.
What is the relationship between urban land use and bid rent theory?
Bid rent theory explains how different land users will compete for locations based on their willingness to pay rent, affecting urban land use patterns.
Multiple choice: Which urban model emphasizes the role of transportation routes in shaping urban growth? A) Concentric zone model B) Sector model C) Urban realms model
B) Sector model
Fill in the blank: The concept of ‘ring cities’ is associated with urban growth patterns that are ________.
concentric.
