AP Human Geography: Urbanization and City Models

The video covers Unit 6 of the AP Human Geography course, focusing on cities and urban land use. It discusses site and situation factors, changes in urbanization due to transportation and communication, and various city models like Burgess and Hoyt. The video also explores urban sustainability practices and discriminatory housing policies such as redlining. The session concludes with a summary and preparation tips for the AP exam.

What is a key site factor for San Diego?

• High rainfall

• Cold climate

• Proximity to the Pacific Ocean

• Mountainous terrain

How has transportation influenced urbanization in San Diego?

• It has had no effect on urbanization.

• It has spread cities out from the urban core.

• It has caused cities to shrink.

• It has led to the concentration of cities.

What defines a mega city?

• A city with at least 50 million people

• A city with at least 10 million people

• A city with at least 5 million people

• A city with at least 20 million people

Which city is an example of a primate city?

• Tokyo

• New York City

• Mexico City

• London

What is suburbanization?

• The expansion of cities into rural areas

• The creation of new urban cores

• The development of industrial zones

• The movement of people into the city center

What is an edge city?

• A city located on the coast

• A city with a declining population

• A city on the periphery of a larger city

• A city with a high density of skyscrapers

Which model suggests multiple central business districts?

• Harris and Ullman Multiple Nuclei Model

• Galactic City Model

• Burgess Concentric Zone Model

• Hoyt Sector Model

What is a characteristic of the Latin American city model?

• Multiple industrial zones

• A central park

• A spine leading to the CBD

• A radial highway system

What is redlining?

• A strategy for reducing traffic congestion

• A method of urban planning

• A discriminatory practice in housing loans

• A policy to increase urban green spaces

What is a potential consequence of gentrification?

• Increased crime rates

• Decreased property values

• Improved public transportation

• Displacement of lower-income residents