Megacities & Uneven Distribution Flashcards
1
Q
Define Megacity
A
A city with a population of +10 million people
2
Q
Define Conurbation
A
multiple metropolitan areas that form a megacity
3
Q
Define Global Cities
A
hubs in global network of culture, trade, and financial transfers
4
Q
Problems with megacities?
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High population density Uncontrolled expansion Infrastructure challenges (water, sanitation, transport etc) Disparities between rich and poor Ecological damage