Population Flashcards
What is the population cycle?
The population cycle describes what place a country is in relation to birth and death rates
What happens in stage one of the population cycle?
A country in stage 1 is poorly economically developed. The birth and death rates are both very high. These places may be experiencing war, famine or disease.
What is an example of a country in stage 1
Somalia
What happens in stage 2 of the population cycle?
In stage 2 the economy starts to grow. Birth rates remain high but death rates begin to drop. Because of better education, healthcare and food. The population is growing.
What is an example of a country in stage 2
Nigeria
What happens in stage 3 of the population cycle?
In stage 3 the economy continues to grow. People begin family planning. Therefore birth rates begin to fall and population goes down.
What country is in stage 3?
India
What happens in stage 4 of the population cycle?
In stage 4 the economy is now developed. People are living longer and having less kids. Population fluctuates and increases slowly
What is an example of a country in stage 4 of the population cycle?
Ireland
What happens in stage 5 of the population cycle?
In stage 5 the economy is very good. Birth rates are going down and people are living very long. The population is now in a natural decrease.
What is an example of a country in stage 5?
Germany
