Urban and Rural Processes in the UK Flashcards
1
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Define urbanisation
A
Increase in the proportion of people living in cities.
2
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Define suburbanisation
A
Increase in people living in the outskirts of cities.
3
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Define counter-urbanisation.
A
Movement of people from cities to rural areas.
4
Q
What is re-urbanisation?
A
The process of people moving back into previously abandoned urban areas.
5
Q
What are the pros and cons of building on brownfield sites?
A
Pros: Utilises waste ground, saves money on infrastructure, and prevents urban sprawl.
Cons: Expensive to clear and decontaminate land, may cause traffic congestion.
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