Reasons for rapid population growth Flashcards

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What did the high birth AND death rates up to 1750 mean for the world population?

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There was little growth

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From 1750 what did death rates drop to?

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20 deaths per 1000 people

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Did birth rates in 1750 drop?

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No, they remained high

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Why did death rates fall?

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  • Improvements in agriculture and access to food
  • Public healthcare
  • More scientific knowledge
  • Improved water supplies
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What did the reasons for the fall of death rates lead to?

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An increase in life expectancy

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What happened to the world population growth in the 20th century?

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It accelerated quickly

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Did birth rates rise or fall in the 20th century?

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They fell. To 20 births per 1000

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Did death rates rise or fall in the 20th century?

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They fell to 15 per 1000

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