(a) Define conurbation
(b) Name one example of each conurbation in two different countries.
(c) Outline four problems associated with conurbations.
(d) Suggest four solutions to the problems outlined in (c) above.
Explanation
(a) A conurbation is a region comprising a number of metropolises, cities, large towns, and other urban areas that, through population growth and physical expansion, have merged to form one continuous urban or industrially developed area
(b) Lagos – Ikeja (Lagos)
– Cairo – Ugize (Egypt)
(c) Collapsing infrastructure
Increasing levels of pollution
Inadequate housing and services
Increased volume of traffic on poorly maintained roads
(d) Empower State and Local Governments
Reduce or eliminate fireplace and wood stove use
Ramp Meters