Population Distribution

• Population is unevenly distributed across the Earth's surface.
• Total population: the total number of people living on Earth.
• Density: the number of inhabitants per unit of surface area (e.g., km²).
  • Density = Total Population / Area (km²)

Factors Affecting Population Distribution

• Natural Factors (Favorable):

  • Temperate climate
  • Flat relief
  • Fertile soil
  • Water abundance
  • Coastal areas
  • Rich subsoil
  • Rivers

• Natural Factors (Unfavorable):

  • Cold and desert climates
  • Mountainous relief
  • Poor soil
  • Dense forests
  • Water shortage

• Human Factors (Favorable):

  • Means of communication
  • Cities
  • Industry
  • Agriculture
  • Commerce
  • Employment
  • Tourism
  • Historical past

• Human Factors (Unfavorable):

  • Lack of economic dynamism
  • Unemployment
  • Conflicts and wars

Examples of Population Distribution Patterns

• Large Mountain Ranges (e.g., Himalayas, Andes):

  • Altitude climate
  • Lack of oxygen at altitude
  • Low atmospheric pressure
  • Steep slopes
  • Poor and rocky soils

• Warm Deserts (e.g., Great Australian Desert, Sahara):

  • Water shortage due to low precipitation
  • High average annual temperature
  • Large temperature amplitude
  • Rocky soils and dunes

Explore the concepts of population distribution, including factors that affect it and various patterns globally. The quiz will cover both natural and human influences on how populations are spread across the Earth.