N/S devide Flashcards
1
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The uk has a…
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regional inequality
2
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What side is richer
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South
3
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Deindustrialisation
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This refers to the loss of manufacturing and traditional industries such as mining. This is largely due to the shift in global manufacturing towards cheaper labour costs in Asia
4
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Globalisation
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The increasing connections between different parts of the world through trade and culture. Sometimes referred to as the ‘shrinking world’
5
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Post-industrial economy
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This is the shift to tertiary and quaternary based industries – as countries become wealthier and better educated.
6
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Quaternary industry
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Research and development. Acquiring new knowledge which helps keep rich countries rich. Linked to growth of Science Parks
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