Lesson 8 Flashcards
is the state whereby the human population rises to an extent exceeding the carrying capacity of the ecological setting.
Overpopulation
the Philippines 2019 population is estimated at 108,116,615 people at mid year according to UN data. the Philippines population is equivalent to 1.4% of the total world population.
Philippines Population
Top 10 POPULATED COUNTRIES
- India
- China
- USA
- Indonesia
- Pakistan
- Nigeria
- Brazil
- Bangladesh
- Russia
- Mexico
Top 5 LEAST POPULATED COUNTRIES
- Naru
- Palau
- British Virgin Islands
- San Marino
- Liechtenstein
CAUSES OF
OVERPOPULATION
- LACK OF KNOWLEDGE IN SEX EDUCATION
- POVERTY
- CHILD LABOR
- DECLINE IN THE DEATH RATE
- BETTER MEDICAL FACILITIES
- FERTILITY TREATMENT
- LACK OF FAMILY PLANNING
- POOR CONTRACEPTIVE USE
As the number of people on the planet increases, so does the demand for resources
Resource Depletion
Overpopulation can also lead to ___?___, such as deforestation, etc.
Environmental Degradation
As the demand for energy increases, so does the production of greenhouse gases
Climate Change
Overpopulation can exacerbate ___?___ by placing greater strain on resources and increasing competition on jobs, housing, and other resources.
Social and Economic Inequality
EFFECTS OF
OVERPOPULATION
- Unemployment
- Slower Growth and Development
- Abuse in natural resources
- Education and Health
Challenges of population explosion
- Resource Depletion
- Environmental Degradation
- Climate Change
- Social and Economic Inequality
a holistic approach to development that seeks balance
Sustainable Development
Solution to overpopulation may be found. Immigrant can help face the challenges of aging population
Immigration Policies
Better education will help people understand more about the potential consequences of having sex as they relate to child birth.
BETTER SEX EDUCATION
Many nations offer rewards, whether in the form of financial incentives or increased benefits, to those who have more children.
CHANGES IN POLICY
