Population Flashcards

1
Q

Most populous cities?

A

Istanbul, Turkey (15,241,177) Cairo, Egypt (9,500,000) Tehran, Iran (9,134,000)

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2
Q

Causes of urbanisation - push

A

Natural disasters. War and conflict. Mechanisation, drought, lack of employment

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3
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Causes of urbanisation - pull

A

More jobs, better healthcare, increased qualify of life, following family members

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4
Q

What is the Middle East the top producer of in the world?

A

Oil

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5
Q

Which country in the middle east produces the most oil?

A

Saudi Arabia (12,000,000/day)

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6
Q

What is sustainable development?

A

Sustainable development
can be defined as
development that meets
the needs of the present
without compromising the
ability of future
generations to meet their
own needs.

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