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Urban sprawl

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

Urban sprawl refers to the uncontrolled expansion of cities into surrounding rural areas. It often leads to low-density development with increased infrastructure demands and environmental impacts.

AP course connection

Topic 5.10: 5.10 Impacts of Urbanization

Unit 5
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