Blog: Developed Nations versus Underdeveloped Nations

Rosling compares the developed world and the developing world. By looking at the facts, we are able to see that child mortality rates in poorer countries have been steadily decreasing over the past 50 years. Now, those so-called developing countries are almost equal to the numbers of the wealthier nations. The blog says that in 2030, there will be no difference.

Economic development around the world

For and against tourism

Factory location influences

• Energy source
• Zoning of the area
• Space ( it must be enough for construction )

• Water source

• Distance to get materials for production

• Distance for workers to drive
• Laws of the area

• Distance to send out products

Light Industry 1

Also called consumer goods industry, it makes products for direct consumption.

Characteristics:

• Consumes fewer raw materials and energy resources than heavy industry and capital goods industry.
• Is generally less contaminating, but modifies natural space because it is centrated in specific areas.
• Usually located near cities and transport links.
• Its size can vary a lot.

Types of light industry:

• Food industry

• Light chemical industry

•  Electronics and computing industry

•  Automobile industry

•  Textile industry

Map of the main international political organizations

Bar chart of the number of internet users in the world

Map of the world’s gross domestic product

Map of the main tourist areas

Map of world trade

10. Mapa de áfrica (político)

9. Mapa de África (físico)