CIE IGCSE Geography Chapter 3: Population & Settlement Notes

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What is the difference between Asylum Seekers and Refugees?

Asylum Seekers are individuals seeking refuge in a foreign country because their life is in danger in their home country, while Refugees have already been granted asylum.

What are some advantages of migration for the gaining country?

Overcomes labor shortages, brings cultural advantages, and may lead to economic growth.

What is Voluntary Migration?

When people choose to move, usually for economic benefit.

What is an Internally Displaced Person (IDP)?

Someone who has been forced to leave their home but not their country Signup and view all the answers

What is the Demographic Transition Model (DTM)?

A model that shows how population growth occurs in stages based on birth and death rates. Signup and view all the answers

What are low order goods and where are they typically bought?

Low order goods are everyday goods that people buy, usually in detached or semi-detached houses in cul-de-sacs and wide avenues. Signup and view all the answers

Describe the characteristics of outer-city estates.

Outer-city estates are located on the fringes of cities, have varied housing, and are larger than inner city terraces with gardens. Signup and view all the answers

What functions do settlements in rural areas typically serve?

Settlements in rural areas usually serve agricultural and low-order service functions. Signup and view all the answers

What is the rural-urban fringe and what types of land uses are found there?

The rural-urban fringe is located at the edge of a town or city, and it contains a mix of land uses such as housing, golf courses, allotments, businesses, parks, and airports. Signup and view all the answers

How do urban areas differ from rural areas in terms of functions?

Urban areas tend to have more functions compared to rural areas, ranging from shopping, educational, transport, administrative, and residential functions. Signup and view all the answers

Why were factories built as close as possible to the CBD?

Factories were built close to the CBD to have easy access to existing transportation networks and markets. Signup and view all the answers

What are the main purposes of settlements in rural areas?

The main purposes of settlements in rural areas are agriculture and low-order services. Signup and view all the answers

Explain the concept of urban sprawl.

Urban sprawl refers to the uncontrolled expansion of urban areas into surrounding rural lands. Signup and view all the answers

What are the characteristics of industrial areas in urban settings?

Industrial areas in urban settings are characterized by the presence of factories, warehouses, and other industrial facilities. Signup and view all the answers

How does the rural-urban fringe differ from both rural and urban areas?

The rural-urban fringe combines elements of both rural and urban areas, featuring a mix of land uses and serving as a transition zone. Signup and view all the answers

Asylum Seeker

People who are fleeing conflict or persecution in their home country and seeking protection in another country.

Refugee

People who have been granted asylum in a foreign country after fleeing their home country due to danger.

Voluntary Migration

Migration where individuals choose to move, often for economic reasons.

Internally Displaced Person (IDP)

Someone who is forced to leave their home due to conflict or disaster but remains within their own country.