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URBANIZATION
What is urbanization?
Industrial usbetes Housing and development Large town with a growing suburb
What are heat islands?
The enormous amount of heat generated creates an urban heat island
Building material builds heat People cause heat Dust
What are the benefits and problems with urban development?
Benefits Better education system Medical services Social services More cultural Drives prices down Problems Infectious diseases Inadequate water system Poor sewer system exposure to pollution
What is carrying capacity?
Maximum number of individuals the environment can support
What is smart growth?
Reduces dependence on cars
Control and directs sprawl Cuts wasteful resource use
