Population Change Flashcards
1
Q
Where does higher birth rate occur
A
Poorer countries, bigger families, higher income
2
Q
Why do MEDCs have a lower birth rate
A
Educate people about sex, concentrate on jobs
3
Q
Where is there a higher death rate
A
Usually in LEDCs as they do not have as much money or the facilities of a MEDC
4
Q
Why can LEDCs have a lower death rate
A
Live off land, don’t have access to hydrogenated fats, warmer climate
5
Q
Define exponential growth
A
Pattern where growth rate constantly increases
6
Q
Define zero growth
A
Population is in balance (BR = DR)
7
Q
Define natural change
A
Difference between birth and death rate (expressed as a %)
