Changing Landscapes Flashcards
In developed countries, what is often the main cause of urbanisation?
Industrialisation
In emerging countries, what are often the main causes of urbanisation?
For a better quality of life
Higher birth rates than death rates
What happens as urbanisation increases?
Pollution increases (air, noise and water) Wealth gap widens Investment increases (greater economic opportunities)
What happens as urbanisation increases, in emerging countries?
Shanty towns develo
Illegal crime often increases
Wealth gap exponentially widens
What is the overall population density of the UK?
266 people/km²
Why does population density vary?
Climate and location of ports
What is the site in geography?
The place where the settlement is
What is the situation in geography?
The location of a place relative to its surroundings and other places
Why are people moving out of birmingham
Retirement
Why are people moving into birmingham?
Employment opportunities
What are the impacts of migration?
Younger population Multiculturalism Ethnic communities Housing Strain on services
What are the causes of deindustrialisation?
Globalisation (businesses moving to cheaper countrys)
Distance from materials
Need of land
What are the key reasons for a growth in Birmingham?
Increased births
Rise in international migration
Decline in death rate
Improved health rate
Why is the quality of life in Birmingham often bad?
Schools haven’t kept up with increasing demand
Strain on health services
Some migrants don’t have skills to get jobs
Limited public funding
What are the advantages of out of town centres?
Cheaper for retailers
Easy parking for customers
