The internal structure refers to how a city is organized spatially within its boundaries. It includes factors such as land use patterns, population density variations, distribution of social groups or classes, and transportation networks.
Related terms
Land Use Pattern: Land use pattern describes how different types of activities (residential, commercial, industrial) are distributed across a city's geography.
Population Density: Population density refers to the number of people living in a given area, often measured as the number of individuals per square mile or kilometer.
Transportation Networks: Transportation networks encompass roads, highways, public transit systems, and other infrastructure that facilitate movement within and between different parts of a city.