Population Distribution Flashcards
1
Q
physical factors - dense
A
flat or gently sloping land
pleasant climate
open grass land for animals
good water supplies
good resource supplies like food or minerals
good soil for growing crops
2
Q
human factors - dense
A
industry and jobs
improved housing
natural resources for industry
good roads, railways, ports etc
money available for investment
3
Q
physical factors - sparsely
A
too hot or too cold
poor water supply
too dry or too wet
dense forest
poor soils for farming
steep slopes
4
Q
human factors - sparsely
A
poor transport links
little industry
few jobs
lack of investment
5
Q
densely populated area
A
New York
6
Q
sparsely populated area
A
canada
