Growth Rate Factors ⚠️ Flashcards
what is death rate?
the number of deaths per thousand people every year
what is migration?
the movement of people from one place to another
what are population demographics?
population statistics; fate about the characteristics of human populations
give an example of population demographics, and how it will affect the growth rate
the number of people in a specific age group- more young people= faster growth rate. more elderly people= slower growth rate
what are social attitudes?
the views and values of a society
what is education and how does it affect the growth rate?
knowledge, training, and skills gained from attending school- people with higher levels of education will marry and have families at a later age, slowing the growth rate
what is economy?
the system by which goods and services are produced, sold, and brought in a country or region
how does healthcare affect the growth rate?
access to and improved healthcare increase growth rate
what is birth rate?
the number of live births per thousand people every year
