L5 Urbanization and Cultural Landscapes created by knowt

A collection of 50 vocabulary flashcards focused on key concepts and terms related to urbanization and cultural landscapes.

Urbanization

The mass of population in cities; the process by which more people move to urban areas.

Chongqing

One of the fastest-growing cities in the world with a population of 32 million.

Demolition

The act of destroying or taking down structures, often in urban development.

Rural to Urban Migration

The movement of people from countryside areas to city environments.

Marketization

The process of introducing market forces of supply and demand into an industry or sector.

Decentralization

The distribution of authority or functions away from a central location or authority.

Urban Sprawl

The uncontrolled expansion of urban areas into the surrounding rural land.

Shantytowns

Informal settlements or slums where inhabitants lack legal title to the land.

Megacities

Cities with a population of over 10 million, as defined by the United Nations.

Social Heterogeneity

The diversity of people and backgrounds within a city, making social interactions different from rural areas.

Primate City

A city that is significantly larger than any other city in a country, serving as a focal point for economic and cultural activities.

Central Place Theory

A geographical theory that seeks to explain the size and distribution of human settlements.

Concentric Zone Model

A city model that describes urban land use in a series of concentric rings.

Sector Model

An urban land use model that proposes cities develop in sectors or wedges outward from the center.

Multiple Nuclei Model

A theory of urban land use that suggests cities have multiple centers of development.

Cultural Geography

The subfield of geography that examines cultures and their spatial interactions.

Cultural Diffusion

The spread of cultural beliefs and social activities from one group to another.

Syncretism

The blending of two distinct cultural traits to form a new hybrid trait.

Cultural Hearths

Locations where important cultural traits began and spread to other areas.

Infrastructure

The fundamental facilities and systems serving a city, including transportation, sanitation, and communication.

Urban Hierarchy

A ranking of cities based on their size, population, and functions.

Globalization

The process of increasing international integration and interaction due to trade and cultural exchange.

High Density

A characteristic of urban areas where many people live in a small land area.

Urban Smart Growth

A planning concept that aims to control urban sprawl and promote healthier, more sustainable urban development.

Anonymity

A state in urban living where individuals remain relatively unknown to their neighbors.

Demographic Transition

The transition from high birth and death rates to lower birth and death rates as a country develops.

Push-Pull Factors

Factors that drive people away from their home (push) and attract them to new locations (pull).

Invasion and Succession

The process by which different groups move into an area, leading to changes in community structure.

Urbanization Rate

The percentage increase in the population living in urban areas over a specific period.

Gentrification

The process of renovating urban neighborhoods, often leading to the displacement of lower-income residents.

Social Problems

Challenges that affect a significant number of people in society, such as poverty and crime.

Cultural Interests

Activities and pursuits related to culture, such as arts, music, and traditions.

Urban Geography

The branch of geography concerned with the spatial aspects of cities and urban processes.

Population Growth

An increase in the number of individuals in a population, often driven by migration.

Urban Expansion

The process by which urban areas grow in size, often leading to development on previously undeveloped land.

Accessibility

The ease of reaching a destination, influenced by factors such as transportation and location.

Transportation Systems

The networks and infrastructures that facilitate the movement of people and goods.

Civic Engagement

Participation of citizens in the political and civic life of their communities.

Urban Planning

The technical and political process of planning and designing urban spaces.

Public Review

A process where proposed developments are assessed by the community and stakeholders.

Economic Competition

When multiple entities compete for the same economic resources or market.

Environmental Impact,

The effect that a project or development has on the natural environment.

Urban Heat Island Effect

A phenomenon where urban areas experience higher temperatures than their rural surroundings.

Civic Infrastructure

Physical structures and facilities needed for the operation of a city.

Economic Sectors

Different divisions of economic activity, such as primary, secondary, tertiary, and quaternary sectors.

Land Use Planning

The process by which land is allocated for various purposes, such as residential and commercial development.

Greenbelts

Areas of open land typically found on the edge of urban areas, intended to restrict urban sprawl.

Community Services

Services provided for the benefit of the public and community well-being.

Urban Dynamics

The changing patterns and characteristics of urban areas over time.