Environmental Justice and Segregation Concepts

The video explores spatial inequality, focusing on residential segregation driven by racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic factors. It distinguishes between personal preference and discrimination, introduces the index of dissimilarity, and discusses the effects of segregation on social and cultural isolation. The video also examines the relationship between socioeconomic status and neighborhood safety, and concludes with a discussion on environmental justice, highlighting disparities in access to environmental assets and exposure to negative factors.

What are the three main drivers of residential segregation discussed in the video?

• Cultural, linguistic, and economic differences

• Geographical, political, and social differences

• Historical, educational, and technological differences

• Racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic differences

Which of the following is NOT a factor contributing to residential segregation?

• Personal preference

• Suburbanization

• Discrimination

• Government laws

What does the Index of Dissimilarity measure?

• The level of economic disparity

• The degree of residential segregation

• The rate of urban development

• The extent of cultural diversity

What is a potential consequence of social isolation in segregated neighborhoods?

• Increased cultural exchange

• Enhanced economic opportunities

• Higher incidence of violence and crime

• Improved educational outcomes

How does cultural isolation manifest in cities with ethnic enclaves like China Town?

• Through the adoption of local customs

• By maintaining the culture of the originating country

• Through the use of multiple languages

• By integrating with surrounding neighborhoods

What impact does a lower socioeconomic status have on access to law enforcement?

• Higher quality of life

• Increased police presence

• Equal access to resources

• Limited access to law enforcement

What is environmental justice concerned with?

• Equal distribution of wealth

• Access to environmental assets and exposure to negative factors

• Promotion of cultural diversity

• Development of urban infrastructure

Which of the following is considered a negative environmental factor?

• Community centers

• Factories and transportation hubs

• Public libraries

• Parks and green spaces

How does access to parks and green spaces affect health outcomes?

• It reinforces positive health outcomes

• It worsens health outcomes

• It only affects mental health

• It has no impact on health

What is the relationship between SES and environmental assets?

• SES has no impact on environmental assets

• Higher SES is associated with fewer environmental assets

• Lower SES is associated with more environmental assets

• Higher SES is associated with more environmental assets