geography Flashcards
What is a densely populated area?
An area with a high population density
Population density is measured by the number of people per unit of area.
What is an economic migrant?
A person who moves to another location for better job opportunities or living conditions
Economic migrants often seek improved economic prospects.
What is a megacity?
A city with a population of over 10 million people
Megacities often face unique challenges due to their size.
Define migration.
The movement of people from one place to another
It can be voluntary or forced, such as in the case of refugees.
What is a political migrant?
A person who leaves their home country to escape persecution or conflict
Political migrants often seek asylum in safer countries.
What is a pull factor in migration?
A positive aspect of a destination that attracts migrants
Examples include better job opportunities, education, and healthcare.
What is a push factor in migration?
A negative aspect of a location that drives people to leave
Examples include war, persecution, and lack of jobs.
Fill in the blank: A city with a population of over 10 million is called a _______.
megacity
List three reasons for the growth of megacities.
- Better job opportunities
- Access to food and healthcare
- Higher quality of education
What are some problems created by rapid growth in megacities?
- Not enough housing
- Blackouts
- Slums
- Air pollution
What is the population of Nigeria?
Approximately 223 million
Nigeria is one of the most populous countries in Africa.
True or False: Lagos is located inland in Nigeria.
False
Lagos is located along the coast of Nigeria.
Identify a state in Nigeria with school attendance between 1-19%.
State with low school attendance varies by region
Specific data from educational reports may provide exact names.
Identify a state in Nigeria with school attendance over 80%.
State with high school attendance varies by region
Specific data from educational reports may provide exact names.
Give one reason why people might migrate from rural parts of Nigeria.
To seek better economic opportunities
Rural areas often lack jobs and resources.