Section 3 - urban issues and challenges Flashcards
what is population
the number of people/species residing in one area
what is a pull factor
reason why someone is attracted to an area
what is a push factor
reason why someone wants to move away from the area
name 3 examples of push factors
- Isolated areas
- Low paying work
- Very basic utilities such as schools
name 3 examples of pull factors
- Range of entertainment and transport
- Job opportunities
- Good utilities
what is the population of a megacity
10 million
Features of a slow growing mega city
70% urban population with no squatter settlements
Features of a growing mega city
40-50% urban population with less than 20% in squatter settlements
Features of a rapid growing mega city
under 50% urban population with over 20% in squatter settlements
Example of slow growing mega city
- Tokyo
2. LA
Example of a growing mega city
- Beijing
2. Rio
Example of a rapid growing mega city
- Lagos
2. Mumbai
What are the causes of population growth
- Rural to urban migration
- Natural increase due to better quality of life
- Push and pull factors
How does urban growth create opportunities
It creates more employment and healthcare opportunities such as Nollywood and 60% of jobs in the formal sector of Nigeria
What is a primary industry
extraction of raw materials
