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Urbanization and Sustainable Development Quiz

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What are the main factors contributing to the rapid growth of urban areas?

Reduction in urban infrastructure and lack of investment in technology

Decreasing population and technological stagnation

Population increase, technological advancement, and improved employment opportunities (correct)

Increased rural employment opportunities and declining urban infrastructure

How many megacities currently exist, and what proportion of them are located in Asia?

40 megacities, with 20 in Asia

36 megacities, with 23 in Asia (correct)

30 megacities, with 15 in Asia

50 megacities, with 30 in Asia

What is the core concept of sustainable development as defined by the Brundtland Commission?

Development that prioritizes urban expansion and modernization

Development that disregards environmental concerns and prioritizes short-term economic benefits

Development focusing exclusively on economic growth

Development that meets present needs without compromising future generations' ability to meet their own needs (correct)

Which of the following is an example of a biodegradable pollutant?

<p>Domestic waste, such as food scraps and paper, which break down readily (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main idea of the Gaia hypothesis?

<p>The earth is a complex system where living and nonliving components interact and influence each other (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Question 1: Reasons for increasing urban areas.
- Population increase and technological development
- Unemployment and decreased rural opportunities
Question 2: Megacity count in total and in Asia.
- 36 megacities globally, 23 in Asia
Question 3: Definition of Sustainable Development.
- Meeting current needs, without harming future generations
Question 4: Example of a biodegradable pollutant.
- Domestic wastes (plastic bags)
Question 5: The Gaia hypothesis.
- Earth as a complex system, its parts all interact

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Test your knowledge on urbanization and sustainable development with this quiz. Explore topics such as megacities, the Gaia hypothesis, and the importance of biodegradable pollutants. Perfect for students interested in environmental studies and urban geography.