geography urban futures

Urbanisation

Increase in population living in urban areas.

Megacities

Cities with over 10 million residents.

World Cities

Major cities influencing global finance and culture.

Quantitative Data

Numerical data used for statistical analysis.

Qualitative Data

Descriptive data providing context and insights.

Rural-Urban Migration

Movement from countryside to urban areas.

Push Factors

Negative aspects driving people away from locations.

Pull Factors

Positive aspects attracting people to new locations.

Natural Increase

Population growth from higher birth rates than deaths.

Coastal Management

Strategies to protect coastlines from erosion.

Sea Walls

Structures built to prevent coastal flooding.

Geographical Enquiry Process

Stages involved in conducting geographical fieldwork.

Employment Functions

Jobs provided by urban areas for residents.

Transport Hub

Network facilitating public transport in cities.

Entertainment Functions

Leisure activities available in urban environments.

Religious Centres

Places of worship available in urban areas.

Population Growth Rate

Rate at which a population increases over time.

Urban Area Characteristics

Features defining urban environments and lifestyles.

LIDCs

Low-Income Developing Countries facing rapid urbanisation.

Market Functions

Places where goods are bought and sold.

Residential Functions

Areas designated for living accommodations.