Global Population Change Flashcards
1
Q
Has global population increased or decreased over time?
A
Increased
2
Q
What is the global population predicted to be by 2050
A
9 million
3
Q
In which year did the global population first reach 1 billion?
A
1800’s
4
Q
How many years did it take it take for the global population to doubles from 1 billion to 2 billion?
A
130 years
5
Q
How many years did it take for the population to increase from 5 billion to 6 billion?
A
10 years
6
Q
What term can be used to describe global population growth?
A
Exponential Growth
