Global Urban Change Flashcards
1
Q
urbanisation
A
growth of people living in urban areas compared to rural areas
2
Q
where is urbanisation happening most?
A
NEEs, who are experiencing a rapid rate of economic growth
3
Q
megacity
A
a city with a population of 10 mill or more
4
Q
4 causes of urbanisation
A
R.U.M. - main cause determined by push and pull factors, natural increase, location, economic activity
5
Q
push factor
A
encourages people away from an area
6
Q
pull factor
A
attracts people to an area
7
Q
natural increase
A
number of births exceeds number of deaths
