GGH3704 Assignment
2 (COMPLETE
ANSWERS) Semester
2 2024 (673969) - DUE
6 September 2024
[Type the document subtitle]
[Pick the date]
[Type the company name]
tabbymwesh59@gmail.com
, Exam (elaborations)
GGH3704 Assignment 2 (COMPLETE ANSWERS)
Semester 2 2024 (673969) - DUE 6 September 2024
Course
Development of Urban Space (GGH3704)
Institution
University Of South Africa (Unisa)
Book
Urbanization: An Introduction to Urban Geography
GGH3704 Assignment 2 (COMPLETE ANSWERS) Semester 2 2024
(673969) - DUE 6 September 2024 ; 100% TRUSTED Complete, trusted
solutions and explanations...
Discuss the evolution and impact of urban systems through the three main
phases of development—Urbanisation during the industrial revolution, the
modern city, and the postmodern-global city—and analyse how these phases
have shaped contemporary urban environments.
The evolution of urban systems reflects significant changes in society, technology, and economic
structures. Each phase of development—urbanization during the Industrial Revolution, the
modern city, and the postmodern-global city—has profoundly influenced contemporary urban
environments. Here’s a discussion on each phase and its impact:
1. Urbanization During the Industrial Revolution
Historical Context:
Time Frame: Late 18th to early 19th century.
Key Developments: The Industrial Revolution marked a transformative period where
industrialization began to reshape economies and societies.
Characteristics: