Simulation and Analysis of Land Use Changes Applying Cellular Automata in the South of Quito and the Machachi Valley, Province of Pichincha, Ecuador
Rapid urban growth has historically led to changes in land use patterns and the degradation of natural resources and the urban environment. Uncontrolled growth of urban areas in the city of Quito has continued to the present day since 1960s, aggravated by illegal or irregular new settlements. The ma...
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Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2021-08-01
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Series: | Sustainability |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2071-1050/13/17/9525 |