Demographics and Population Patterns Quiz

Study Notes

Population Growth Rate

Formula: (Births - Deaths) + (Immigration - Emigration) / Population x 100
Calculation measures the percentage change in a population over a specific time period.
Factors include births, deaths, migration.

Ecumene

Continuous Ecumene: Regions with uninterrupted human settlements, high population density, well-developed infrastructure.
Discontinuous Ecumene: Regions with scattered settlements, low population density, limited infrastructure.
Examples: Continuous - European plains; Discontinuous - Canadian prairies

Immigration to Canada

Point-based system evaluates potential immigrants on factors like age, education, language proficiency, work experience, adaptability
Points awarded for each factor, applicants must score a minimum number of points to be eligible for immigration

Replacement Rate in the Demographic Transition Model

Replacement rate: Fertility level needed to maintain a stable population, typically 2.1 children per woman
Stage 4 of the Demographic Transition Model, characterized by low birth rates and death rates, and a stable population.

Population Pyramid

Base width is directly related to birth rate.
Wider base indicates a high birth rate and a rapidly growing population.
Narrower base indicates a low birth rate and a slower growing or shrinking population.

Description

Test your knowledge on demographics and population patterns with this quiz. From birth rate to population density, this quiz covers it all. You'll be asked to define key terms and use formulae to calculate growth rates and doubling times. Whether you're studying demographics or just curious about population patterns, this quiz is a great way to test your understanding.