Population growth/change long answer
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The question is requesting a detailed explanation or analysis of population growth or change, which typically includes factors that affect population dynamics such as birth rates, death rates, immigration, and emigration, as well as implications for society and the environment.
Answer
Population growth is the increase of humans on Earth. Historically slow, it peaked at 2.2% in 1962-1963 and now declines as societies complete the demographic transition.
Population growth refers to the increase in the number of individuals on Earth. Historically, population growth was slow due to resource limitations and high mortality rates. The growth rate peaked during 1962-1963 and has been declining since, as societies progress through the demographic transition.
Answer for screen readers
Population growth refers to the increase in the number of individuals on Earth. Historically, population growth was slow due to resource limitations and high mortality rates. The growth rate peaked during 1962-1963 and has been declining since, as societies progress through the demographic transition.
More Information
The peak growth rate of 2.2% in the early 1960s was influenced by advancements in healthcare and agriculture, leading to higher survival rates.
Tips
A common mistake is assuming exponential growth continues uninterrupted; many overlook societal and economic factors that slow growth.
Sources
- Population growth - Understanding Global Change - ugc.berkeley.edu
- How has world population growth changed over time? - ourworldindata.org
- Human population growth and the demographic transition - PMC - pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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