1. A pattern of urban or rural growth characterized by scattered, low-density buildings and infrastructure spread over a wide geographic area, rather than concentrated in compact centers
The dispersed development in the suburban areas has led to increased dependence on automobiles.
O desenvolvimento disperso nas áreas suburbanas levou a uma maior dependência de automóveis.
2. Unplanned or uncontrolled expansion of settlements across land without following a coherent spatial organization
Dispersed development often results in inefficient land use and fragmented landscapes.
O desenvolvimento disperso frequentemente resulta em uso ineficiente do solo e paisagens fragmentadas.