Population and Environmental Concepts

Flashcards generated from lecture notes on population and environmental concepts.

Population

The number of people living in a certain area.

Mathus Theory of Population

Concern about the gap between food production and population growth; suggests that there will not be enough food to feed the growing population.

Environmental Racism

The placement of hazardous waste facilities and other harmful environmental policies in areas populated by people of color and lower income.

Ecofeminism

A movement that links the exploitation of the environment with the exploitation of women, often caused by patriarchy.

Urbanization

The process of changing the population from rural to urban areas, resulting in city growth and lifestyle changes.

Urban

An area with a population greater than 1,000 people and a density of over 400 people per square kilometer.

City

An urban area with a population greater than 100,000.

Bedroom Suburbs

Residential areas located around urban centers where residents typically commute to work.

Environmental Degradation

Harmful changes to the environment.

Sustainability

The ability of Earth's natural systems to support and regenerate while allowing for human use.

Sustainable Development

Development that meets present needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.

Environmental justice

Fair distribution of environmental benefits and burdens