Human Population and Urbanization

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What happens in the transitional stage (stage 2) of the demographic transition model?

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Death rates drop.

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What type of population growth has the human population shown since the 1800s?

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Exponential growth.

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Why is a city's eco-footprint larger than the space it occupies?

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Cities import resources.

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What is the term for the amount of land a person lives on?

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Per capita land consumption.

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How can heat islands in cities be reduced?

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By implementing green roofs and parks.

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What is the demographic transition model?

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A model that describes the transition of a country from high birth and death rates to low birth and death rates as it develops.

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What is urbanization?

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The process of increasing population in urban areas, often leading to the growth of cities.

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What is the ecological footprint?

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A measure of human demand on the Earth's ecosystems, representing the amount of land and water area required to produce the resources consumed.

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What are the effects of rapid urbanization on the environment?

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Increased pollution, habitat destruction, and resource depletion.

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What is a heat island effect?

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An urban area that is significantly warmer than its surrounding rural areas due to human activities.