How does migration influence population change? Flashcards
1
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forced migration definition
A
pushed out of an area by force e.g. natural disasters
2
Q
voluntary migration definition
A
choosing to move to a new area e.g. job opportunities
3
Q
social reasons for migration
A
- experience other cultures
- learn new language
- join family memebers
4
Q
economic reasons for migration
A
- improved job opportunities
- higher wages
- exchange rate
5
Q
physical reasons for migration
A
- famine
- desertification
- natural disasters
6
Q
demographic reasons for migration
A
- age (young people want to travel, old retire)
- gender (male look for work)
- education (better opportunities)
7
Q
political reasons for migration
A
- political unrest
- flee oppression/persecution
- war
- attract migrants if low fertility rates
