Global Cities Study Guide

These flashcards encapsulate major concepts regarding global cities, including definitions, examples, statistics, and challenges faced.

A global city is an urban center that serves as a pivotal node in the __ economic system.

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The term 'global city' was popularized by sociologist __ in the 1990s.

Saskia Sassen

Cities like New York, London, and Tokyo are primary examples of __ due to their roles in global finance and multinational corporate headquarters.

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In 1950, approximately __% of the world’s population resided in urban areas.

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By 2014, the percentage of the global population residing in urban areas rose to __%.

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Projections estimate that by 2050, around __% of the global population will be urban dwellers.

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Shanghai is known for having one of the busiest __ ports globally.

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Global cities act as hubs for __ activities and cultural exchanges.

economic

Cities consume a disproportionate amount of __ relative to their land area.

energy

Urban areas account for __% of global energy consumption but occupy only 2% of the Earth’s land.

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The process where poorer residents are pushed out of cities due to rising real estate costs is known as __.

gentrification

The __ is a primary indicator of a global city, influencing urban development.

economic power

High levels of cultural and ethnic diversity characterize a __ city.

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Copenhagen is often referred to as a culinary __ due to its cultural influence.

capital

The __ of global cities includes aspects such as political influence and livability.

indicators

Globalization is inherently __, manifesting in specific physical locations.

spatial

The coexistence of wealth and poverty in global cities highlights issues of __ inequality.

social

The process of urbanization has significantly increased since the __ century.

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