Population Distribution an Population density- Term 4 Flashcards
Name 3 types of patterns to do with population distribution and explain what they are.
- Evenly spread pattern- a pattern that shows people living an equal distance from one another.
- Scattered pattern- a pattern that shows people spread out and living far from one another
- .Clustered pattern- a pattern that shows peole living in groups or clusters.
How do you work out the population density of a place?
Population ÷ size of the land = Population Density
What is the difference between high population density and low population density?
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What is the population density of SA?
Country
Total Area (km2)
Population
South Africa
1 220 000
42 835 000
Australia
7 687 000
18 613 000
India
3 288 000
984 000 000
Singapore
620
3490 000
35 people per km²
India has a much higher total population than Singapore. But has Singapore a much higher population density. Explain why.
Country
Total Area (km2)
Population
South Africa
1 220 000
42 835 000
Australia
7 687 000
18 613 000
India
3 288 000
984 000 000
Singapore
620
3490 000
In INdia, there is a lot of space and also a lot of people. Singapore has little space but a lot of people, therefore creating a high population density.
