Population Pyramid Quiz

Population Pyramid

• A graphical representation of the age and sex distribution of a population
• Typically triangular in shape, narrower at the top and wider at the base
• The left side usually displays the male population, while the right side displays the female population
• Used to visualize the age and sex distribution of a population, showing the proportion of different age groups and the balance between male and female populations

Characteristics of a Growing Population

• A population pyramid in a growing population typically has a broad base and a narrow top, indicating a high proportion of young people
• This shape indicates a high birth rate and a slowly declining death rate

Population Density

• The number of people per unit area, usually measured in people per square kilometer or square mile
• A measure of how crowded or sparse a population is