APES 22.1 and 2 Flashcard

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What proportion of the world’s CO2 emissions come from motor vehicles and industrial facilities in urban areas?

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Two-thirds.

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What is a characteristic of exurbs?

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They lack a socioeconomic center.

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What is the first phase of urbanization, as experienced in the United States?

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Migration from rural areas to large central cities.

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What is a trend in urban population dynamics?

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The proportion of the global population in urban areas is increasing.

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At what decibel level does permanent damage to the ears begin after prolonged exposure?

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85 decibels.

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What are the primary sources of CO2 emissions in urban areas?

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Motor vehicles and industrial facilities.

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Define 'urbanization'.

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The process by which an increasing percentage of a population lives in cities and suburbs.

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What is the difference between urban areas and exurbs?

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Urban areas are densely populated regions with economic and social centers, while exurbs are less densely populated areas that lack a central economic focus.

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What factors contribute to the trend of increasing urban populations?

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Economic opportunities, migration from rural areas, and improved living conditions.

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What is the significance of the 85 decibel threshold?

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It is the level of sound exposure that can lead to permanent hearing damage.