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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.
What are the general stages of the Demographic Transition Model?
High Stationary, Early Expanding, Late Expanding, Low Stationary, Declining.
Describe the process of urbanization.
Rural areas transform into urban centers due to migration and economic changes.
What is the process of resource depletion due to overpopulation?
Increased demand leads to overuse and exhaustion of natural resources.
Describe the process of habitat destruction due to population growth.
As population grows, more land is cleared for housing, agriculture, and infrastructure, leading to habitat loss.
Describe the process of how population distribution affects representation in government.
Areas with larger populations get more representatives, leading to greater political influence.
Outline the steps by which a high dependency ratio can strain a country's resources.
More dependents require more resources for healthcare, education, and social security, straining the budget.
Describe the process of how population density affects infrastructure development.
Higher population density requires more roads, bridges, utilities, and public services.
Describe the process of how population distribution shapes cultural makeup.
Migration and settlement patterns lead to diverse ethnic enclaves and urban centers.
Describe the process of how population growth contributes to climate change.
More people lead to increased resource use and greenhouse gas emissions, exacerbating climate change.
Describe the process of how a declining population leads to pro-natalist policies.
Governments implement policies to encourage more births to counteract population decline.
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.