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What is the Demographic Transition Model (DTM)?
Model showing population change over time through stages of birth and death rates.
Explain the concept of 'Political Identity' in relation to population distribution.
How cultural distribution can lead to political movements and conflicts.
Explain 'Economic Development' in relation to population size.
Higher populations can attract investment and boost economic growth.
What is the impact of a 'High Young Population' on investment?
Requires investment in childcare, education, and job creation.
What is the impact of a 'Graying Population' on investment?
Requires investment in healthcare, retirement homes, and social security.
Explain the concept of 'Cultural Distribution'.
The distribution of cultural groups can lead to political movements and conflicts over representation and resources.
What is the relationship between population distribution and 'Quality of Life'?
Higher density can mean more amenities but also overcrowding, affecting quality of life.
Explain the impact of 'Overpopulation' on natural resources.
Overpopulation can deplete natural resources.
Explain the concept of 'Habitat Destruction' in relation to population density.
Development due to high population density can destroy natural habitats.
Explain the concept of 'Biodiversity' in relation to population density.
High population density can reduce biodiversity.
Compare Stage 2 and Stage 5 of the Demographic Transition Model.
Stage 2: High birth rates, declining death rates, rapid population growth. Stage 5: Declining population, low birth and death rates.
Compare the impacts of a high young population vs. a graying population.
High young: Need for education, childcare. Graying: Need for healthcare, retirement support.
Compare the political impacts of high vs. low population density.
High: More representation, resource allocation. Low: Less political influence, difficulty in attracting investment.
Compare the economic impacts of urbanization vs. rural living.
Urban: Diverse job market, infrastructure challenges. Rural: Agriculture-based, potential for dense populations in developing countries.
Compare the social impacts of high vs. low population density.
High: Overcrowding, diverse communities. Low: Limited amenities, stronger sense of community.
Compare the environmental impacts of high vs. low population density.
High: More pollution, resource depletion. Low: Less immediate environmental pressure, potential for resource mismanagement.
Compare the effects of pro-natalist vs. anti-natalist policies.
Pro-natalist: Encourage births, address declining populations. Anti-natalist: Discourage births, manage overpopulation.
Compare the economic challenges of high vs. low population densities.
High: Strain on infrastructure, resource depletion. Low: Limited labor force, difficulty in attracting investment.
Compare the quality of life in high vs. low population density areas.
High: More amenities, overcrowding. Low: Less access to services, stronger community bonds.
Compare the impact of a younger population vs. a graying population on the dependency ratio.
Younger population: High dependency ratio due to children. Graying population: High dependency ratio due to elderly.
What is Population Distribution?
The pattern of where people live.
What is Urbanization?
The process of population shift from rural to urban areas.
What is Dependency Ratio?
Ratio of non-working people to working-age adults.
What is Total Fertility Rate (TFR)?
Average number of children born per woman.
What are Pro-Natalist Policies?
Policies encouraging more births.
What is Carrying Capacity?
Maximum population an area can sustainably support.
Define 'Graying Population'.
A population with a disproportionately large number of elderly people.
What is meant by 'Resource Allocation'?
Distribution of resources based on population size and needs.
Define 'Social Mobility'.
The ability to move between different social classes or positions.
What is 'Infrastructure'?
Basic physical and organizational structures needed for a society to function.