Urbanization Lecture Notes

A set of flashcards summarizing key concepts related to urbanization, including definitions of terms and their implications.

What is a high-rise building?

A very tall building that has many floors.

Define overpopulation.

A situation where too many people live in a given area.

What is the definition of megacity?

A city with more than 10 million residents.

What is rural migration?

The process of people moving from rural areas to urban areas.

What does the term slum refer to?

A densely populated area characterized by substandard housing.

What is the significance of affordable housing?

Housing that is reasonably priced and within financial reach of those residents.

Define agriculture.

The science or practice of farming including cultivation of the soil and rearing of animals for food.

What does deforestation mean?

The act of cutting down and destroying trees in a forested area.

Explain the concept of urbanization.

The process through which cities grow as more people move into them.

What is the difference between transit as a noun and a verb?

As a noun, it refers to transportation; as a verb, it means to pass through.

What does waste management involve?

The collection, transportation, and disposal of garbage, sewage, and other waste.

What are the implications of rural-urban migration?

It can lead to overpopulation in cities and decline in rural areas.

What is the definition of sustainable urban development?

Urban growth that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations.

Define overcrowded.

An area or space that is filled beyond its capacity.

What does the term 'give rise to' signify?

To cause something to happen or to exist.

What is meant by urban sprawl?

The uncontrolled expansion of urban areas into the countryside.

What does 'come up with' refer to in a verb phrase?

To think of or devise an idea, proposal, or solution.