The Exponential Rate of World Population Growth Flashcards
1
Q
What is China’s Population?
A
1.3 billion
2
Q
Since what year has the rate of growth begun to slow down?
A
2000
3
Q
What is the current population of the world?
A
The world population is growing at an alarming rate in 2011 the world’s population reached 7 billion
4
Q
Describe the Exponential Rate of Growth
A
- Steady population
* Very rapid Exponential Rate of Growth ( 1bil - 7bil)
5
Q
Why has the Exponential Rate of Growth happened? (decrease in death rate)
A
- Vaccinations and Immunisations
- Improved healthcare and sanitation
- Clean drinking water and sewage disposal
6
Q
Why has the Exponential Rate of Growth happened?
Increase in birth rate
A
- Children needed to work on farms
- Lack of contraceptives
- High infant mortality
7
Q
Why has the Exponential Rate of Growth happened?
decrease in birth rate
A
- Emancipation
• Less agriculture, less children needed
* Cost of children
