Urban problems refer to various challenges that arise in cities as a result of rapid population growth, industrialization, and urbanization. These issues can include overcrowding, pollution, inadequate housing, sanitation problems, and increased inequality.
Slums: Slums are densely populated areas within cities characterized by low-quality or makeshift housing, lack of basic amenities like clean water and sanitation facilities, and high levels of poverty.
Infrastructure: Infrastructure refers to the physical systems and structures necessary for the functioning of a city or society. This includes roads, bridges, transportation networks (such as subways), water supply systems, etc.
Environmental Degradation: Environmental degradation refers to the deterioration of natural resources such as air quality, water pollution, deforestation due to human activities in urban areas. It can have negative impacts on both human health and ecosystems.
What major reform measure was implemented in Britain as a direct response to the urban problems brought about by industrialization?
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