Human Geography: Ravenstein's Migration Laws

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What are Ravenstein's 11 Laws of Migration?

Laws that describe the reasons why immigrants typically move, the distance they move, and their characteristics.

What is Ravenstein's 1st Law of Migration?

The majority of people who migrate only travel a short distance.

What is Ravenstein's 2nd Law of Migration?

Migration proceeds in steps.

What does Ravenstein's 3rd Law of Migration state?

Migrants who travel long distances are more likely to prefer areas that are great centers of commerce or industry. Signup and view all the answers

What is Ravenstein's 4th Law of Migration?

Each current of migration produces a compensating counter-current. Signup and view all the answers

What does Ravenstein's 5th Law of Migration indicate?

People in rural areas are more likely to migrate than people in cities. Signup and view all the answers

What is stated in Ravenstein's 6th Law of Migration?

Men migrate over longer distances than women. Signup and view all the answers

Who are most migrants according to Ravenstein's 7th Law of Migration?

Most migrants are young adult males; families rarely migrate out of their country of birth. Signup and view all the answers

What does Ravenstein's 8th Law of Migration state?

Large towns grow more by migration than by natural increase. Signup and view all the answers

What does Ravenstein's 9th Law of Migration indicate about migration volume?

Migration increases in volume as industries and commerce develop and transport improves. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary cause of migration according to Ravenstein's 10th Law of Migration?

Migration is mostly due to economic causes. Signup and view all the answers

What does Ravenstein's 11th Law of Migration say about women's migration patterns?

Women are more likely to migrate within the local area. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Ravenstein's 11 Laws of Migration

Laws established to explain patterns and characteristics of migration.
Address reasons for migration, distances traveled, and demographics of migrants.

1st Law of Migration

Most individuals who migrate tend to do so over short distances.
Concept of "Friction of Distance" highlights the decreases in likelihood of long-distance moves.

2nd Law of Migration

Migration often occurs in stages or steps, rather than as a single, direct move.

3rd Law of Migration

Long-distance migrants typically choose destinations in major commercial or industrial hubs.

4th Law of Migration

Each migration trend generates a corresponding counter-migration, balancing the flows of people.

5th Law of Migration

Individuals from rural settings have a higher propensity to migrate compared to those living in urban areas.

6th Law of Migration

Men are more likely to migrate over longer distances than women, highlighting gender differences in migration patterns.

7th Law of Migration

The majority of migrants tend to be young adult males, with families less frequently moving away from their countries of origin.

8th Law of Migration

Migration contributes significantly to the growth of large towns, often more so than natural population increase.

9th Law of Migration

As industries and commerce expand and transportation enhances, migration volumes tend to rise.

10th Law of Migration

Economic factors are the primary motivators for migration, influencing decisions to relocate.

11th Law of Migration

Women are more inclined to migrate within their local areas rather than venturing further afield.

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Explore Ravenstein's 11 Laws of Migration through these flashcards. Understand the key principles that define migration patterns, distances traveled, and characteristics of migrants. Ideal for students of human geography or migration studies.