Population Distribution And Change Flashcards
1
Q
What was the population of the world in 1927?
A
2 billion
2
Q
What was the population of the world in 2011?
A
7 billion
3
Q
What was the population of the world in 2022?
A
8 billion
4
Q
Give 4 reasons for population growth.
A
- Better nutrition, clean water
- Better healthcare, increases LE
- Traditions in some country include large families
4.government may want a large population for an army
5
Q
Give 4 reasons for population decrease.
A
- Women are more educated on family planning.
- Ageing populations have high death rates.
- Natural hazards can decrease populations.
- Government policies may try to decrease the population
6
Q
What letter most resembles the shape of the graph of the world’s population over time?
A
J