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The world's largest cities are growing at extraordinary speed. This lesson examines the rise of megacities, explores where they are located, and investigates the factors driving their rapid growth. For AQA GCSE Geography, understanding the concept and distribution of megacities is essential.
A megacity is defined as an urban area with a population of more than 10 million people.
Exam Tip: You will be expected to know the definition of a megacity (10 million+). Some exam boards also use the term millionaire city (1 million+), so make sure you know the difference.
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