Glossary +

Question 1

Demographic

Answer 1

is the statistical study of human populations.

Question 2

Fracking

Answer 2

is a drilling method used to extract petroleum (oil) or natural gas from deep in the planet. In the fracking process, cracks in and below Earth’s surface are opened and widened by injecting water, chemicals, and sand at high pressure

Question 3

deregulation

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involves removing laws and regulations for new businesses hence increasing competition in the market. The more businesses in a market, the more economic activity that occurs. This increases Economic Growth.

Question 4

Destination tourism

Answer 4

Destination (main destination of a trip): The main destination of a tourism trip is defined as the place visited that is central to the decision to take the trip

Question 5

reurbanisation

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This is when people move back into inner city areas where populations had previously declined due to a range of social, economic and environmental issues

Question 6

regeneration

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Regeneration in geography involves strategies to improve an area. This could be through the construction of infrastructure, development of new housing, refurbishing the existing buildings, encouraging investment or any other activity that would improve an area.

Question 7

knowledge economy

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is a system of consumption and production that is based on intellectual capital. In particular, it refers to the ability to capitalize on scientific discoveries and applied research. The knowledge economy represents a large share of the activity in most highly developed economies.

Question 8

players

Answer 8

Different groups of people who are affected by or are involved with the decision making process.

Question 9

synoptic

Answer 9

means a summary of the current situation