Causes of Urban Growth (AQA A-Level Geography): Quizzes
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How many megacities existed worldwide in 1990?
How many megacities existed worldwide in 1990?
10
What is the population threshold for a city to be classified as a megacity?
What is the population threshold for a city to be classified as a megacity?
More than 10 million people
What was Tokyo's population in 2015?
What was Tokyo's population in 2015?
Over 37.4 million
What are the two main causes of urbanisation?
What are the two main causes of urbanisation?
Natural growth & rural-urban migration
Why do birth rates in cities tend to be higher than in surrounding rural areas?
Why do birth rates in cities tend to be higher than in surrounding rural areas?
Migrants are typically in fertile years
In low-income countries, which factors are more important in driving migration?
In low-income countries, which factors are more important in driving migration?
Push factors
Which age group typically migrates to cities seeking employment and education?
Which age group typically migrates to cities seeking employment and education?
Young adults aged 15-40 years
What percentage of Brazilian GDP did São Paulo represent in 2020?
What percentage of Brazilian GDP did São Paulo represent in 2020?
10.7%
How many megacities are predicted to exist by 2030?
How many megacities are predicted to exist by 2030?
43
What is 'Nappy Valley' in London an example of?
What is 'Nappy Valley' in London an example of?
Natural population increase in cities