Q. Consider the following statements about conurbation:
- The term conurbation was coined by Patrick Geddes in 1915.
- It is applied to a large area of urban development that resulted from the merging of originally separate towns or cities.
Which of the above is / are correct?
Answer:
Both 1 and 2
Notes: The term conurbation was coined by Patrick Geddes in 1915 and applied to a large area of urban development that resulted from the merging of originally separate towns or cities. Greater London, Manchester, Chicago and Tokyo are examples.