Exurban Area
Definition
Exurban areas are regions beyond the suburbs of a city, often characterized by larger residential lots and lower population density. They offer more rural settings while still maintaining some connection to urban amenities.
Analogy
If cities are like the heart of an organism, pumping out resources and energy, then exurban areas would be like the farthest limbs - they're still connected to the body (city) but have their own space and function at a slower pace.
Related terms
Rural-Urban Fringe: The transitional zone on the outskirts of a city where urban and rural uses mix. It's often where exurban development begins.
Urbanization: The process by which towns and cities grow as populations shift from rural to urban living.
Sprawl City/Metropolis: A large city or conurbation where suburban growth has spread over a large area with low-density development.
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