Concentric Zone Model

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Who developed the Concentric Zone Model?

Ernest Burgess developed the Concentric Zone Model in 1925.

What does the Concentric Zone Model explain?

It explains urban social structures by dividing cities into circular zones from the center outward.

What is the innermost zone in the Concentric Zone Model called?

The innermost zone is called the Central Business District (CBD).

What zone surrounds the Central Business District in the Concentric Zone Model?

The Zone of Transition surrounds the CBD.

What characterizes the Zone of Transition in the Concentric Zone Model?

It often includes industrial areas and poorer-quality housing.

What is the fourth zone in the Concentric Zone Model?

The fourth zone is the Zone of Better Residences.

How does population density change from the center to the outskirts in the Concentric Zone Model?

Population density generally decreases as you move from the center to the outskirts.

Name one criticism of the Concentric Zone Model.

One criticism is that it oversimplifies urban development and doesn’t account for geographical barriers.

How many zones are there in the Concentric Zone Model?

There are five zones in the Concentric Zone Model.

What type of urban area does the Concentric Zone Model typically apply to?

It typically applies to early 20th century North American cities.

Which zone in the Concentric Zone Model is predominantly middle-class residential?

The Zone of Better Residences is predominantly middle-class residential.

Why is the Concentric Zone Model considered a monocentric city model?

Because it is based on a single central point, the Central Business District, from which all zones emanate.

In the Concentric Zone Model, which zone usually experiences recent urban decay?

The Zone of Transition usually experiences urban decay.

What social aspect is emphasized in the Concentric Zone Model?

The model emphasizes how different socio-economic classes inhabit different zones.

Is the Concentric Zone Model still widely applicable in today's urban planning?

It is not widely applicable today as cities have evolved to become more complex and decentralized.