Consequences of uneven development

• What percentage of the world's wealth do the richest 20% of countries hold?

  70.1%
• What percentage of the world's wealth do the poorest 20% of countries hold?


  1. 0%
• What are the social consequences of global inequalities?

  • Limited access to education
  • Poor health outcomes
  • Increased political instability
  • Higher crime rates
• Why can't poorer countries invest as much in education?

  They lack sufficient financial resources
• How does lack of education affect future job opportunities?

  It prevents access to better-paid jobs
• What health risks do people in developing countries face?

  Higher risk for many diseases
• What is the impact of poverty on healthcare access?

  It makes quality healthcare harder to obtain
• How do inequalities affect political stability in poorer countries?

  They increase instability and discontent
• What can conflict in developing countries lead to?

  Increased poverty and inequality
• Why do people migrate to countries with higher development levels?

  To improve their quality of life
• What are the environmental problems caused by global inequalities?

  1. Increased consumption of resources
  2. Industrial pollution
  3. Higher local pollution in developing countries
  4. Cycle of environmental damage for poorer people
• How does economic development affect resource consumption?

  It leads to increased consumption of resources
• What is a consequence of industrialization on the environment?

  Increased air, water, and land pollution
• How do developed countries contribute to pollution in developing countries?

  By having factories in those countries
• What happens when poorer people can't afford fuel?

  They collect firewood, causing deforestation
• What are the interconnected consequences of global inequalities?

  • Economic disparities lead to social issues
  • Social issues contribute to health problems
  • Health problems affect political stability
  • Political instability drives migration
  • Environmental degradation impacts resource availability
• What is the overall theme of the consequences of global inequalities?

  They affect social, political, and environmental aspects