Changing economic sectors in urban and rural areas
I can compare the changes that have occurred in different economic sectors.
- Year 10
- Edexcel B
Changing economic sectors in urban and rural areas
I can compare the changes that have occurred in different economic sectors.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- There has been a decline in the primary and secondary sectors in rural and urban areas.
- There has been a rise in the tertiary and quaternary sectors in rural and urban areas.
- This decline and growth has affected the economy and employment structures of particular areas of the UK.
Keywords
Mechanisation - the development of machinery and technology in industries such that it reduces the need for human labour
Global shift - the movement of manufacturing industries from developed countries to emerging and developing countries
Science park - an area of land dedicated to businesses specialising in science and technology
Financial services - a tertiary sector industry that deals with banking, investments, pensions and insurance
Common misconception
All forms of primary and secondary industry have declined in all areas.
While the general trend has been one of decline, some aspects of primary and secondary industries have become more successful such as organic farming.
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