Urbanization and Its Impacts

The video discusses the effects of urbanization on the environment, highlighting the growth of urban areas due to migration and natural increase. It examines the challenges of urban sprawl, such as resource depletion, pollution, and inadequate planning. While urbanization offers economic and social benefits, it also presents sustainability issues. The video also addresses urban poverty and the environmental risks faced by those living in slums. Solutions for making cities more sustainable are hinted at for future discussion.

What percentage of the world's population lives in urban areas?

• 53%

• 81%

• 25%

• 67%

Which factor is NOT a reason people move to urban areas?

• More natural disasters

• Access to healthcare

• Socialization

• Better job opportunities

What is a major consequence of urban sprawl?

• Decrease in pollution

• More natural habitats

• Increased agricultural land

• Replacement of fields with parking lots

What is a common feature of urban sprawl?

• Reduction in automobile use

• Expansion of highways

• Decrease in land use

• Conservation of forests

Which of the following is an advantage of urbanization?

• Decreased life expectancy

• Loss of cultural diversity

• Economic development

• Increased pollution

What is a significant environmental problem caused by urbanization?

• Decrease in noise pollution

• Increased vegetation

• Improved air quality

• Concentration of pollution

Which city is mentioned as having air quality issues?

• Sydney

• Hong Kong

• Paris

• Los Angeles

What is a potential benefit of urbanization for human health?

• Shorter life expectancy

• Better healthcare

• Higher crime rates

• Increased noise pollution

What is a common issue faced by people living in urban poverty?

• Abundant job opportunities

• Lack of clean water

• High-quality education

• Access to luxury goods

What is a challenge faced by people living in slums?

• Abundant resources

• Access to luxury housing

• Stable infrastructure

• Vulnerability to natural disasters