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What does demography study?

Trends and processes associated with animal population

Trends and processes associated with population (correct)

Trends and processes associated with weather patterns

Trends and processes associated with geological formations

What is the origin of the term 'demography'?

German origin, composed of Volk (people) and beschreiben (describe)

French origin, composed of peuple (people) and décrire (describe)

Latin origin, composed of populus (people) and descriptio (description)

Greek origin, composed of demos (people) and graphein (describe) (correct)

What are the different varieties of demography mentioned in the text?

Formal demography and historical demography

Formal demography and social demography (correct)

Economic demography and political demography

Formal demography and cultural demography

What are demographic studies based on?

<p>Processes of counting or enumeration</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which field finds demography of special importance?

<p>Sociology</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Introduction to Demography

Demography is the study of human populations, focusing on their size, composition, and distribution.

Origin of the Term 'Demography'

The term 'demography' originates from the Greek words 'demos' meaning 'people' and 'graphein' meaning 'to write'.

Varieties of Demography

There are different varieties of demography, including formal demography, social demography, economic demography, and historical demography.

Basis of Demographic Studies

Demographic studies are based on data and statistical analysis of populations, including birth rates, death rates, fertility rates, and migration patterns.

Importance of Demography in Sociology

Demography is of special importance in the field of sociology, as it helps to understand the social and economic structures of a population.

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Test your knowledge of demography with this quiz! Explore topics such as population trends, birth and death patterns, migration, and population structure. Challenge yourself with questions about changes in population size and composition.