Perth

Question 1

define external morphology

Answer 1

study of the outside shape of a settlement & the processes that affect that shape

Question 2

define sustainability

Answer 2

meeting the needs of current & future generations through simultaneous enviro, social & economic adaptation & improvement.

Question 3

how is Perth’s external morphology described?

Answer 3

semi-stellate in shape becoming more rectangular over time due to urban infill taking place

Question 4

define internal morphology

Answer 4

the study of the layout of functions within a settlement & the processes & interactions that affect that layout

Question 5

how many functional zones does Perth have?

Answer 5

8

Question 6

`name the 8 functional zones of Perth

Answer 6

1. Central business district
2. Inner mixed zone
3. Established residential zone
4. Newer growth zone
5. Rural-urban fringe
6. Outer business district
7. Industrial zone
8. Special purpose zone

Question 7

define site

Answer 7

the physical features of the landscape (height, slope, aspect, landforms, drainage, vegetation) on which a settlement is built

Question 8

define situation

Answer 8

the location of a place described by referring to its absolute location (latitude/longitude), its distance & direction to other places, its links to other places (road/railway lines)

Question 9

what is Perth’s latitude & longitude?

Answer 9

31˚57’S 115˚51’E

Question 10

define urban sprawl

Answer 10

low-density outward growth of urban areas into surrounding rural lands & natural ecosystems.

Question 11

define stakeholders

Answer 11

political parties, gov departments, community organisations & interest groups who hold a view & are affected by the challenge. May contribute to decision making & planning process

Question 12

who are the 2 stakeholders involved in Perth’s urban sprawl?

Answer 12

1. Infrastructure WA
2. Department of Planning

Question 13

what are the 2 strategies used for Perth’s urban sprawl?

Answer 13

1. Urban infill & consolidation
2. Medium residential density codes

Question 14

define transportation

Answer 14

movement of people & goods from 1 place to another & the various means by which such movement is accomplished

Question 15

who are the 2 stakeholders involved in Perth’s transportation?

Answer 15

1. Main Roads Western Australia
2. Public Transport Authority

Question 16

what are the 2 strategies used for Perth’s transportation?

Answer 16

1. METRONET
2. WA Bicycle Network Plan 2014-2031

Question 17

what is Perth’s population?

Answer 17

2,116,647

Question 18

what is Perth’s population density?

Answer 18

330 people per km squared