the urban world

• What is the current trend in the world's population?

  It is growing rapidly.
• How is the world's population changing?

  It is growing rapidly and becoming more urban.
• What percentage of the world's population lived in rural areas in 1950?

  75%
• What significant change occurred in 2007 regarding urban population?

  More than half of the world's population lived in urban areas.
• What is predicted about urban population by 2050?

  66% will live in urban areas.
• Where is the most rapid urbanization occurring?

  In emerging and developing countries.
• What percentage of urbanization is highest in HICs?

  80%
• What is a key fact about urban populations in HICs?

  Many are experiencing counter-urbanization.
• What are the key facts about global population growth since 1950?

  • The global population has grown rapidly since 1950.
  • Urbanization is increasing around the world.
  • Urban populations are growing more quickly in less developed regions.
• What are the two main reasons cities grow?

  Natural increase and net migration.
• What does natural increase refer to?

  When the birth rate exceeds the death rate.
• What is net migration?

  The balance between people moving in and out of cities.
• What are 'push' factors in rural-urban migration?

  Reasons that drive people away from rural areas.
• What are 'pull' factors in urban migration?

  Reasons that attract people to urban areas.
• What are the factors influencing rural-urban migration?

  • Push factors: Poor farming conditions, low wages.
  • Pull factors: Job opportunities, better living conditions.
• What is the definition of urbanization?

  The increase in the proportion of the population living in urban areas.
• How does urbanization vary in different parts of the world?

  It varies significantly based on development levels.
• What is a significant trend in urbanization in Africa and Asia?

  Urban populations are growing quickly.
• What are the implications of rapid urbanization?

  • Increased demand for housing and services.
  • Potential for urban poverty and slums.
  • Strain on infrastructure and resources.
• What is the significance of the year 2007 in urbanization history?

  It marked the first time urban population surpassed rural.
• Why do cities grow?

  Due to natural increase and net migration.
• How do push and pull factors affect migration patterns?

  They influence people's decisions to move to cities.
• What are the consequences of urbanization on rural areas?

  • Decline in rural population.
  • Changes in agricultural practices.
  • Economic shifts towards urban centers.
• What is the relationship between urbanization and economic development?

  Urbanization often accompanies economic growth.
• How does urbanization impact social structures?

  It can lead to increased diversity and social challenges.
• What are the long-term effects of urbanization on the environment?

  It can lead to habitat loss and pollution.
• What are the challenges of rapid urbanization?

  • Overcrowding and housing shortages.
  • Increased pollution and waste management issues.
  • Strain on public services and infrastructure.
• What is the definition of counter-urbanization?

  The movement of people from urban to rural areas.
• What factors contribute to counter-urbanization?

  Desire for a better quality of life and lower costs.
• How does counter-urbanization affect rural areas?

  It can lead to population growth and economic changes.
• What are the implications of urbanization for policy makers?

  • Need for sustainable urban planning.
  • Importance of addressing housing and service demands.
  • Strategies to manage environmental impacts.
• What is the significance of urbanization in global development?

  It is a key driver of economic and social change.
• How does urbanization relate to globalization?

  Urbanization facilitates global economic integration.
• What role does technology play in urbanization?

  It enhances connectivity and urban infrastructure.
• What are the future trends of urbanization?

  • Continued growth in urban populations.
  • Increasing challenges related to sustainability.
  • Greater emphasis on smart city initiatives.
• What are the reasons people leave rural areas called?

  Push factors
• Why is farming considered hard work?

  It is poorly paid and labor-intensive
• What is a consequence of farming often being at subsistence level?

  Families can only produce enough food for themselves
• What services are often limited in rural areas?

  Schools and hospitals
• How does isolation affect rural areas?

  It limits access to resources and services