Sum Ch 4: Population
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What does Population Density measure?

  • The average income level of a population
  • The number of people living per unit area (correct)
  • The distribution of people
  • The total population of an area

    • In which type of region would you expect a low population density due to harsh living conditions?

  • Urban areas
  • Agricultural areas
  • Coastal regions
  • Mountainous regions (correct)

    • What is the purpose of a Census?

  • Marketing research for businesses
  • Data collection about every person in a country (correct)
  • Counting the number of animals in an area
  • Collecting information about weather patterns

    • Why do densely forested tropical regions have low population densities?

    <p>Accessibility issues and harsh living conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What leads to lower population densities in desert areas?

    <p>Harsh climate and lack of water and resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor contributes to low habitation in cold regions?

    <p>Extreme weather conditions making survival difficult</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect varies widely in terms of population distribution?

    <p>Population distribution itself</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which stage of the Demographic Transition Model is characterized by low birth and death rates?

    <p>Stage 4 - Low Stationary</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes a population structure in the Expanding stage of the Demographic Transition Model?

    <p>Wide base reflecting high birth rates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which region is experiencing about 95% of the global population growth?

    <p>Less Economically Developed Countries (LEDCs)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What leads to a country being considered overpopulated?

    <p>High population density alone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which country mentioned in the text has high population density but is not considered overpopulated due to rising living standards?

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

    What type of migration involves movement within the same country?

    <p>Internal Migration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which stage of the Demographic Transition Model experiences rapid population growth due to high birth rates and declining death rates?

    <p>Stage 2 - Early Expanding</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines a Declining stage population structure as per the Demographic Transition Model?

    <p>Narrow base reflecting very low birth rates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What key information is collected during a census?

    <p>Religious beliefs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of collecting census data for government planning?

    <p>To inform resource allocation decisions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is the death rate calculated?

    <p>Dividing the total number of deaths by 1,000</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a wide base and narrow top in a population pyramid typically indicate?

    <p>High birth rates and lower life expectancy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factor does NOT influence the fertility rate of a population?

    <p>Average life expectancy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is the rate of natural increase calculated?

    <p>(Birth rate - death rate) * 1000 / total population</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a population pyramid NOT reveal about a population?

    <p>Income levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Natural Decrease' in a population occurs when:

    <p><code>Death rate exceeds birth rate</code></p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between Voluntary and Forced migration?

    <p>Voluntary migration is driven by push factors, while Forced migration is driven by pull factors.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a Pull Factor for migration?

    <p>Better employment opportunities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What contributes to the Cycle of Poverty in Rural Areas?

    <p>Neglected farms caused by economic decline from migration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of movement involves regular travel between home and work?

    <p>Daily Movements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some challenges faced by Immigrants and Refugees according to the text?

    <p>Hostility or discrimination based on job competition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement accurately describes the relationship between HIV and AIDS?

    <p><strong>HIV</strong> leads to <strong>AIDS</strong>, representing the most advanced stage of infection.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant social effect of HIV and AIDS mentioned in the text?

    <p><strong>Destabilization of families</strong> due to loss of income and healthcare costs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which region in Southern Africa had the lowest HIV rates according to the text?

    <p><strong>Western Cape</strong></p> Signup and view all the answers

    What age group is identified as the most affected by HIV and AIDS?

    <p>20-49 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How have higher infection rates in women impacted households?

    <p>Led to more child-headed households</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What impact does HIV and AIDS have on the demographic structure of a population?

    <p>Significantly alters the demographic structure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a consequence of the high death rates within the productive age group due to AIDS?

    <p>Reduction in life expectancy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many people globally died from AIDS-related illnesses in 2008?

    <p>Approximately two million</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which region experienced significant AIDS-related deaths among its population in 2008?

    <p>Southern Africa</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What broad impact has the HIV and AIDS epidemic had on social and economic systems?

    <p>Increased mortality among the economically active population</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is crucial for managing the HIV and AIDS pandemic according to the conclusion?

    <p>Continued focus on prevention, treatment, and support</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Population Distribution refer to?

    <p>The even spread of people across the Earth's surface</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key factor contributing to low population densities in mountainous regions?

    <p>Rugged terrain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which region is likely to have low population density due to accessibility issues and harsh living conditions?

    <p>Tropical rainforests</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Population Density measure?

    <p>The number of people living per unit area</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do desert areas experience lower population densities according to the text?

    <p>Harsh climate and lack of water and resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant reason for extreme weather conditions leading to lower population densities?

    <p>Challenging living conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of region would you expect to have significantly low population density?

    <p>Harsh mountainous terrains with rugged landscapes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a major deterrent for dense human settlement in densely forested tropical regions?

    <p>Harsh climates and poor accessibility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main reason for the significant population growth since 1800?

    <p>Advancements in medicine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which stage of the Demographic Transition Model is characterized by low birth rates due to urbanization and good health conditions?

    <p>Stage 3 - Late Expanding</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which region is experiencing most of the current global population growth?

    <p>Less Economically Developed Countries (LEDCs)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of an Expanding stage population structure as per the Demographic Transition Model?

    <p>Wide base reflecting high birth rates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines a country as overpopulated according to the text?

    <p>Decrease in living standards due to growing population</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of migration involves regular travel between home and work?

    <p>Internal Migration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factor contributes to a low population density in desert areas?

    <p>Harsh living conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the birth rate measure in a population?

    <p>The number of live births per 1,000 people per year</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factor influences the death rate in a population according to the text?

    <p>Nutritional standards and living conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is the life expectancy calculated for a population?

    <p>By determining the average number of years a person is expected to live based on current mortality levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes the population pyramid of Less Economically Developed Countries (LEDCs)?

    <p>Wide base and narrow top</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What formula is used to calculate the rate of natural increase in a population?

    <p>$\text{Birth rate} - \text{Death rate} \times 100 / 1000$</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the structure of population pyramids depict?

    <p>Age and gender breakdown of a population</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of analyzing population pyramids according to the text?

    <p>To glean trends in birth rates, death rates, and life expectancy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factor influences fertility rates in a population as stated in the text?

    <p>Access to contraception and level of education</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary factor causing urbanization in LEDCs?

    <p>Better employment prospects</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common push factor for migration?

    <p>Food shortages</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of migration involves moving livestock between seasonal pastures?

    <p>Seasonal Movements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common misconception or misinterpretation about refugees and immigrants according to the text?

    <p>They strain local resources and take jobs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What has been the trend in HIV infection rates in KwaZulu-Natal from 2002 to 2008?

    <p>Increased from 11.7% to 15.8%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the leading cause of death in countries like Malawi, Zambia, and South Africa?

    <p><strong>HIV</strong></p> Signup and view all the answers

    What key impact does HIV and AIDS have on the economy according to the text?

    <p><strong>Reduction in GDP due to healthcare costs</strong></p> Signup and view all the answers

    AIDS represents which stage of HIV infection?

    <p><strong>Late stage</strong></p> Signup and view all the answers

    What age group is identified as the most affected by HIV and AIDS?

    <p>30-39 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main impact of higher infection rates in women due to HIV and AIDS?

    <p>Rise in child-headed households</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant consequence of high death rates within the productive age group due to AIDS?

    <p>Negative impact on economic productivity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What best describes the broader impacts of the HIV and AIDS epidemic mentioned in the text?

    <p>Strain on social and economic systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary demographic change experienced due to HIV and AIDS according to the text?

    <p>Alteration of the age distribution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which region is expected to lose a significant percentage of its labour force by 2020?

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

    What was the approximate global death toll from AIDS-related illnesses in 2008 as per the text?

    <p>~3 million</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is crucial for managing the HIV and AIDS pandemic according to the conclusion in the text?

    <p>Continued prevention, treatment, and support</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Population Distribution refer to?

    <p>How people are spread across the Earth's surface</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do mountainous regions typically have low population densities?

    <p>Harsh living conditions due to rugged terrain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of conducting a Census?

    <p>To collect demographic information about every person</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is Population Density typically expressed?

    <p>Per square kilometer or square mile</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factor contributes to low habitation in densely forested tropical regions?

    <p>Harsh climates and lack of water and resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do desert areas typically have low population densities?

    <p>Harsh climate and lack of water and resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Population Density help in understanding?

    <p>The number of people living per unit area</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main impact of HIV and AIDS on the demographic structure, as mentioned in the text?

    <p>Higher death rates in the productive age group</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which age group is highlighted as the most affected by HIV and AIDS according to the text?

    <p>10-19 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant consequence of the rise in child-headed households due to higher infection rates in women than men?

    <p>Strain on social and economic systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What broader impacts have been caused by the HIV and AIDS epidemic, as stated in the text?

    <p>Strain on social and economic systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In 2008, where did a significant number of HIV/AIDS-related deaths occur according to the text?

    <p>Southern Africa</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What demographic change is primarily experienced due to high death rates within the productive age group because of AIDS?

    <p>Alteration of the population structure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which region is expected to face a significant loss in its labour force by 2020 based on the information provided?

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

    What stage of the Demographic Transition Model is characterized by low birth and death rates and influenced by improved women's rights and access to contraception?

    <p>Low Stationary</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which region has experienced a significant percentage of global population growth, according to the text?

    <p>Less Economically Developed Countries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is the Netherlands, despite high population density, not considered overpopulated as per the text?

    <p>Rising living standards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes an Expanding stage population structure according to the Demographic Transition Model?

    <p>Wide base</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What criterion determines whether a country is considered overpopulated according to the text?

    <p>Living standards amidst population changes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of migration involves movement between countries intending to settle indefinitely in the new location?

    <p>International Migration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What stage of the Demographic Transition Model experiences declining birth rates due to a shift in priorities towards education and careers?

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

    What distinguishes a Declining stage population structure as per the Demographic Transition Model?

    <p>Wide base due to very low birth rates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the natural increase rate of a population indicate?

    <p>Difference between birth rate and death rate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor does NOT influence life expectancy in a population?

    <p>Access to contraception</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What demographic characteristic do population pyramids graphically display?

    <p>Age and gender breakdown</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a wide base and narrow top in a population pyramid typically suggest about a country's demographics?

    <p>High birth rates and low life expectancy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is the fertility rate of a population calculated?

    <p>Determining the average number of children per woman during her lifetime</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the death rate of a population reveal?

    <p>General health and longevity insights</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the population structure analysis primarily influence?

    <p><strong>Resource management</strong> strategies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Migration, wars, and natural disasters can significantly impact which demographic indicators?

    <p><strong>Population distribution</strong></p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do immigrants and refugees often face hostility or discrimination according to the text?

    <p>Based on the perception that they take jobs or strain local resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common pull factor for migration mentioned in the text?

    <p>Desire to be with family and friends</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary demographic change experienced due to HIV and AIDS according to the text?

    <p>Decrease in life expectancy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the cycle of poverty in rural areas exacerbated by?

    <p>Decreased productivity and economic decline</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which region experienced a decrease in HIV infection rates according to the text?

    <p>Western Cape</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does HIV represent according to the text?

    <p><strong>Human Immunodeficiency Virus</strong></p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are seasonal movements like transhumance primarily associated with?

    <p><strong>Permanent Movements</strong></p> Signup and view all the answers

    What contributes to the urbanization movement mentioned in the text?

    <p><strong>Movement of people from rural areas to urban areas</strong></p> Signup and view all the answers

    What geographical factor contributes to low habitation in cold regions?

    <p>Harsh climate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor leads to lower population densities in mountainous regions according to the text?

    <p>Challenging living conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary challenge in densely forested tropical regions that deters dense human settlement?

    <p>Inaccessibility issues</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do desert areas typically have low population densities?

    <p>Harsh climate and lack of resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of a Census as described in the text?

    <p>To collect demographic information about individuals in a country</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key indicator that helps understand how densely or sparsely a region is populated?

    <p>Population Density</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the main factors influencing low population densities in mountainous regions?

    <p>Rugged terrain and challenging living conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines Population Distribution as described in the text?

    <p>The spread of people across Earth's surface</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Natural Increase rate of a population indicate?

    <p>The growth of a population when birth rate exceeds death rate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect is NOT typically revealed by analyzing population pyramids?

    <p>Migration patterns</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of using population pyramids in demographic analysis?

    <p>To visually display age and gender distribution of a population</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the Life Expectancy of a population get influenced according to the text?

    <p>Healthcare quality and living conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the formula used to calculate the Birth Rate of a population?

    <p>$\text{Total births} \times 1000 / \text{Total population}$</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement regarding Population Dynamics is true based on the text?

    <p>Population figures can be dramatically altered by migration, wars, and natural disasters.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Death Rate of a population provide insights into?

    <p>The general health and longevity of the population</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the expected global population by the year 2200?

    <p>10.4 billion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which stage of the Demographic Transition Model experiences decreased birth rates due to urbanization?

    <p>Stage 3 – Late Expanding</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is the Netherlands, despite high density, not considered overpopulated?

    <p>Rising living standards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a wide base in a population pyramid typically indicate?

    <p>High birth rates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is Singapore mentioned in the text as implementing successful family planning?

    <p>Low population growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What contributes to a country being considered overpopulated according to the text?

    <p>Population growth and decrease in living standards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of movement involves migrants intending to return to their home country after a period?

    <p>International Migration – Temporary</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which stage of the Demographic Transition Model sees a shift towards education and careers over family expansion?

    <p>Stage 5 – Declining</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What demographic group is highlighted as crucial for economic productivity and most affected by HIV and AIDS?

    <p>Adults aged 20-49</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do higher infection rates in women compared to men impact households?

    <p>Create an increase in child-headed households</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the global impact of AIDS-related deaths in 2008, as mentioned in the text?

    <p>Two million deaths globally</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How have high death rates within the productive age group affected the demographic structure?

    <p>Significantly altered the demographic structure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What broader impacts have been caused by the HIV and AIDS epidemic as stated in the text?

    <p>A general strain on social and economic systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which region is expected to lose a significant percentage of its labor force by 2020?

    <p>South Africa</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus required to manage the HIV and AIDS pandemic according to the conclusion in the text?

    <p>Continued focus on prevention, treatment, and support</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant consequence of higher infection rates in women compared to men due to HIV and AIDS?

    <p>&quot;The rise of child-headed households&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary demographic change experienced due to HIV and AIDS according to the text?

    <p>Decrease in life expectancy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a consequence of the high death rates within the productive age group due to AIDS?

    <p>Higher dependency ratios</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a major deterrent for dense human settlement in densely forested tropical regions as per the text?

    <p>Harsh living conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do mountainous regions typically have low population densities according to the text?

    <p>Inadequate infrastructure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which region experienced a decrease in HIV infection rates according to the text?

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

    What factor influences fertility rates in a population as stated in the text?

    <p>Improved women's rights</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do desert areas typically have low population densities according to the text?

    <p>Inaccessibility and harsh living conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factor contributes to the low habitation in cold regions?

    <p>Harsh climate and lack of water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a wide base in a population pyramid typically indicate?

    <p>High birth rates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do desert areas typically have low population densities?

    <p>Lack of resources and harsh climate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Population Density measure?

    <p>The number of people living per unit area</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which demographic characteristic do population pyramids graphically display?

    <p>Age and Gender Structure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Population Distribution refer to?

    <p>'Where people are spread across the Earth's surface'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key indicator that helps understand how densely or sparsely a region is populated?

    <p>'Population Density'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How have higher infection rates in women impacted households?

    <p>'Resulted in more child-headed households'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What key aspect of a population does the birth rate help to understand?

    <p>Growth potential</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which measure provides insights into the general health and longevity of a population?

    <p>Death Rate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factor can lead to a natural decrease in a population?

    <p>Decreased birth rate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which measure is influenced by socio-economic conditions, cultural norms, and contraception availability?

    <p>Fertility Rate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the age and gender structure of a population typically depict using population pyramids?

    <p>Demographic breakdown</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common characteristic of LEDCs based on their population pyramids?

    <p>Wide base</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Natural Increase' in a population occurs when:

    <p>Birth rate exceeds death rate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What demographic characteristics can be analyzed by examining trends in birth rates, death rates, and life expectancy?

    <p>'Health and well-being of a population</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What impact does the high death rates within the productive age group have on the demographic structure?

    <p>It significantly alters the demographic structure.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key factor contributing to the 'population explosion' as mentioned in the text?

    <p>Advancements in medicine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant consequence of the gender disparity in HIV infection rates?

    <p>An increase in child-headed households</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which stage of the Demographic Transition Model is characterized by very slow population growth due to high birth and death rates?

    <p>Stage 1 – High Stationary</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of 'Expanding' population structures according to the text?

    <p>Characterized by a wide base reflecting high birth rates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what age group are individuals most affected by HIV and AIDS?

    <p>20-49 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What has been a broader impact of the HIV and AIDS epidemic?

    <p>Increase in social and economic strain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which country is NOT considered overpopulated despite high density according to the text?

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

    How many people globally died from AIDS-related illnesses in 2008?

    <p>2 million</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why might a country be considered overpopulated according to the text?

    <p>High population density alone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the expected percentage loss of the labour force by 2020 in Namibia?

    <p>-35.1%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What trend is projected for the global population by the year 2200 according to the text?

    <p>Stabilizing around 10.4 billion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What region has been significantly impacted by HIV and AIDS according to the text?

    <p>Southern Africa</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which stage of the Demographic Transition Model is influenced by women's rights and access to contraception?

    <p><em>Stage 4 – Low Stationary</em></p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines a country as overpopulated according to the text?

    <p>Decrease in living standards despite population growth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of migration involves the movement of people due to compulsion without a choice?

    <p>Forced migration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT considered a push factor for migration?

    <p>Better social opportunities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the common challenges faced by immigrants and refugees according to the text?

    <p>Perceived strain on local resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which region experienced a decrease in HIV infection rates according to the text?

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

    What is the main focus required for managing the HIV and AIDS pandemic according to the conclusion in the text?

    <p>Addressing social, economic, and political factors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Transhumance' is an example of which type of movement mentioned in the text?

    <p>Seasonal movements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of Population Distribution as discussed in the text?

    <p>To assess the spread of people across the Earth's surface</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant reason for low population densities in Cold Regions based on the text?

    <p>Harsh climate conditions making survival challenging</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor contributes to low habitation in Desert Areas according to the text?

    <p>Harsh climate and lack of water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic of Densely Forested Tropical Regions deters dense human settlement?

    <p>Inaccessibility issues</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Population Density help in understanding?

    <p>Number of people living per unit area</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do mountainous regions tend to have low population densities according to the text?

    <p>Challenging living conditions and rugged terrain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What contributes to the sparse human settlement in Cold Regions?

    <p>Harsh climate making survival challenging</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do Densely Forested Tropical Regions affect population distribution?

    <p> By presenting accessibility challenges and harsh living conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes a population structure in the Late Expanding stage of the Demographic Transition Model?

    <p>Low birth rates due to urbanization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which country is NOT considered overpopulated according to the text?

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

    What is a key factor contributing to low population densities in mountainous regions?

    <p>Challenges in infrastructure development</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes an Expanding stage population structure according to the Demographic Transition Model?

    <p>Wide base reflecting high birth rates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common misconception about overpopulation according to the text?

    <p>It depends solely on population density</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What demographic indicator can be impacted by migration, wars, and natural disasters according to the text?

    <p>Life Expectancy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What stage of the Demographic Transition Model experiences decreased birth rates due to urbanization?

    <p>Late Expanding</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factor contributes significantly to the Cycle of Poverty in Rural Areas?

    <p>Lack of access to education and healthcare facilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Life Expectancy metric measure in a population?

    <p>The average number of years a person is expected to live</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor does NOT influence Fertility Rates in a population according to the text?

    <p>Access to healthcare</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is the Rate of Natural Increase calculated in a population?

    <p>$\frac{(Death : Rate - Birth : Rate)\times 100}{1,000}$</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a wide base and narrow top in a population pyramid typically indicate about a country's demographics?

    <p>High life expectancy and high birth rates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which metric helps in understanding the growth potential of a population?

    <p>Fertility Rate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What influences the general health and longevity of a population?

    <p>Nutritional standards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factor contributes to the decline in population according to the text?

    <p>'Birth Rate' exceeding 'Death Rate'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Natural Decrease' in a population occurs when:

    <p>'Death Rate' exceeds 'Birth Rate'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between voluntary and forced migration?

    <p>The situation of leaving due to personal choice vs. leaving due to compulsion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor is classified as a pull factor for migration?

    <p>Better employment opportunities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes urbanization according to the text?

    <p>Movement of people from rural areas to urban areas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common challenge faced by immigrants and refugees?

    <p>Discrimination and hostility based on job competition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what context are daily movements typically observed?

    <p>Regular travel between home and work</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a consequence of the destabilization of families due to HIV and AIDS?

    <p>Loss of income and increased healthcare costs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus required for managing the HIV and AIDS pandemic?

    <p>Addressing social and economic challenges related to HIV/AIDS</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which region in Southern Africa had a significant decrease in HIV infection rates?

    <p><strong>Gauteng</strong></p> Signup and view all the answers

    What demographic group is identified as crucial for economic productivity and most affected by HIV and AIDS?

    <p>People aged 20-49 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What impact does the higher infection rate in women than men have on households?

    <p>Rise in child-headed households</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant effect does high death rates within the productive age group have on the demographic structure?

    <p>Alteration of the demographic structure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What broader impact has the epidemic had on social and economic systems?

    <p>General strain on social and economic systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which countries are significant percentages of the labour force expected to be lost by 2020?

    <p>Botswana, Namibia, South Africa</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the approximate global death toll from AIDS-related illnesses in 2008?

    <p>Approximately two million</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is identified as crucial for managing the HIV and AIDS pandemic?

    <p>Continued focus on prevention, treatment, and support</p> Signup and view all the answers

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