Urban Environments Interim Test Revision
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Patterns of land use in cities are commonly studied in a ______ country.

developed

Ethnic segregation is a significant issue in ______ country cities.

developed

Urbanisation involves the growth of ______ areas.

urban

Management of urban challenges is crucial in ______ countries.

<p>developing</p> Signup and view all the answers

Megacities are characterized by their ______ population size.

<p>large</p> Signup and view all the answers

Identifying land use zones is a common task in studying ______ environments.

<p>urban</p> Signup and view all the answers

Unchecked urbanization can go hand in hand with widespread ______, leading to social friction and crime.

<p>poverty</p> Signup and view all the answers

To manage urbanization's challenges and reap its benefits, careful urban planning and good governance within effective regulatory frameworks are ______.

<p>essential</p> Signup and view all the answers

This includes improving public health, infrastructure, and creating holistic solutions to address interconnected ______.

<p>risks</p> Signup and view all the answers

Urbanization is a complex, multifaceted phenomenon that presents both opportunities and challenges for ______.

<p>societies</p> Signup and view all the answers

The world's urban population will continue to grow, and understanding the challenges and opportunities of urbanization is crucial for creating sustainable, equitable, and thriving ______.

<p>cities</p> Signup and view all the answers

By 2050, it's estimated that more than two-thirds of the global population will inhabit ______ areas, with close to 7 billion people living in cities.

<p>urban</p> Signup and view all the answers

Only about 1% of global land is currently considered ______ area.

<p>built-up</p> Signup and view all the answers

The modern trend toward urbanization is driven by economic growth, rising incomes, and shifting employment from agriculture to ______ and services.

<p>industry</p> Signup and view all the answers

Cities often generate more than 80% of global ______.

<p>GDP</p> Signup and view all the answers

High population density can lead to poverty, environmental degradation, and communicable diseases, particularly for the ______ poor.

<p>urban</p> Signup and view all the answers

Just under one-third of people in urban areas globally live in ______ households.

<p>slum</p> Signup and view all the answers

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