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The Issues Affecting a Metropolis
Concept sheet | Geography
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Secondary
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Due to a large population living in a limited area, metropolises have a high population density which leads to various issues. First, access to housing and transportation can be a challenge for some people. Second, the municipalities that make up the metropolis can find it difficult to manage their waste. Lastly, metropolises can have problems with drinking water supply, particularly in developing countries.
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Population density refers to the average number of individuals living in a given area. It measures the number of inhabitants per square kilometre (inhabitants/km2). Population density is calculated using the following equation: Number of inhabitants ÷ Area = Population density.
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A developing country is a country where the population generally has a low standard of living.
What is an Issue?
An issue refers to a problem. This problem has one or more causes, one or more consequences, and one or more solutions.
In geography, an issue is a problem related to the use or the planning and development of a territory. An issue can be environmental, economic, political, social, etc.
The different issues addressed are presented in the same format:
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What are the causes of the problem?
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What is the problem?
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What are the consequences of the problem?
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What are the solutions to the problem?
Cause
A cause is a fact that explains a problem. It helps to explain why this problem exists and why it occurred. A cause is therefore what happens before a problem and is the reason for it.
Problem
The problem is what comes between the cause and the consequence: it is the result of the cause and leads to the consequence.
Consequence
A consequence is the result of a problem. Every problem leads to one or more consequences. Therefore, it is the direct outcome of a problem.
A consequence can be positive or negative.
Solution
A solution is an action that makes it possible to solve a problem or limit its consequences.
See also
Metropolis
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