The newest, hottest trend in global movement! Urbanization The newest, hottest trend in global movement!
Definition the migration of an increasing proportion of (rural dwellers) into cities
Why does this happen? More jobs available in large cities Industrialization of farming has put many small and medium sized farms out of business Universities, governments run out of cities Health Care Social Communities (Ex: China Town, Little Italy, etc.)
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Not always what they hoped… Some people come from rural areas to the city looking for work or a better life, but they cannot afford to live there and make shanty towns.
Example of industrial urbanization: Chicago
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Problems With Urbanization Poverty and crime Loss of natural habitats for animals Pollution of air and water Heating
Good things about Urbanization Efficient use of space Convenient location to a lot of things Concentration of resources