Heimler 6.1 Urbanization and Its Impacts

Urbanization is a significant process affecting societies worldwide. It involves the movement of people from rural areas to urban centers, leading to the growth of cities. This process has profound impacts on economic, social, and environmental aspects of life.

Define the term urbanization and explain its primary causes.

Explain how urbanization can lead to economic growth in a country.

Describe one social challenge that urbanization can create in rapidly growing cities.

Explain how urbanization can impact the environment, providing one specific example.

Discuss one strategy that governments can use to manage the negative effects of urbanization.