Unit 6 Topic 3 Flashcards
1
Q
What is a world city?
A
A city that is connected to other cities around the world through a series of networks.
2
Q
What are some characteristics of world cities?
A
These cities impact trends in the economy, in politics, and markets around the world. These cities are connected by communication networks, by banks, by airports, by ports, manufacturing centers, etc. Foods, ideas, trends, or goods can diffuse hierarchically to other countries.
3
Q
What has globalization created?
A
A hierarchy around the world with world cities being the most important.
