the point on the ground where a settlement is built

the description of a place in relation to its human and physical surroundings

a measure of how well connected (by transport and other forms of communication) a place is

Context of the city – site, situation and connectivity

Geography

This unit teaches pupils about the geography of Liverpool, one of the UK's most important cities. Pupils learn about Liverpool's location and importance at different scales and about its characteristics. Pupils will learn about the factors leading to economic, social and environmental change.

Liverpool: changes in a UK city

The physical characteristics of the land where the city was built

Its location relative to surrounding places

What is meant by the 'situation' of a city?

A city with no resources will always develop quickly

How can a city’s situation affect its development?

Which of these factors improves a city's connectivity?

A large human settlement with businesses, transport, and services

It allows easy movement of people, goods, and ideas

Why is connectivity important for a city?

For better job opportunities, healthcare, and education

The movement of people from cities to the countryside

The increase in the proportion of people living in cities

Lack of transport and services in rural areas

Overcrowding, pollution, and traffic congestion

Which of the following is a challenge cities face?

They increase waste, pollution, and resource consumption

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