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What is gentrification?
What is gentrification?
- The expansion of city limits into rural areas.
- The development of public transportation systems.
- The filling in of empty parts of a city.
- The replacement of older neighborhoods with newer constructions. (correct)
Which term describes the small towns and spaces just beyond a city’s suburbs?
Which term describes the small towns and spaces just beyond a city’s suburbs?
- Metropolitan Area
- Urban Core
- Rural Fringe (correct)
- Urban Sprawl
What is urban sprawl characterized by?
What is urban sprawl characterized by?
- Intensive use of public transportation.
- A well-planned expansion of urban areas.
- Rapid and often poorly planned spread of development. (correct)
- Consolidation of urban cores into metropolitan areas.
Which is a benefit of urban sprawl?
Which is a benefit of urban sprawl?
What does the term 'infilling' specifically refer to?
What does the term 'infilling' specifically refer to?
Which area is typically referred to as the Urban Core?
Which area is typically referred to as the Urban Core?
What is a characteristic of metropolitan areas?
What is a characteristic of metropolitan areas?
What is a negative consequence associated with urban sprawl?
What is a negative consequence associated with urban sprawl?
What does the term 'urban growth boundary' refer to?
What does the term 'urban growth boundary' refer to?
Flashcards
Urban Core
Urban Core
The older part of a big city that serves as the downtown or central business district of a city.
Metropolitan Area
Metropolitan Area
A major population center made up of a large city and the smaller suburbs and towns that surround it.
Suburbs
Suburbs
A developed area at the edge of a city that is mainly homes but also have stores and businesses.
Urban Sprawl
Urban Sprawl
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Infill
Infill
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Gentrification
Gentrification
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Rural Fringe
Rural Fringe
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Urban Growth Boundary
Urban Growth Boundary
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Public Transportation System
Public Transportation System
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Study Notes
Mixed-Use Development
- Mixed-use development combines residential and commercial spaces in a single building or area. This typically involves shops, offices, or restaurants on the ground floor with apartments or condos above.
Public Transportation System
- A public transportation system provides shared transportation options like buses, trains, or subways within a city or metropolitan area. This system aims to reduce reliance on individual vehicles.
Smart Growth
- Smart growth is a planning approach emphasizing sustainable development within a city or metropolitan area. The core idea is balanced development that considers the environment, transportation, and community needs.
Traffic
- Traffic refers to the flow of vehicles on roads and streets, significantly impacted by urban sprawl patterns.
Urban Growth Boundary
- An urban growth boundary defines a specific area where development is planned or permitted in a city or town. It sets limits on urban expansion to manage growth and protect surrounding rural areas or environmental resources.
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