Changing Populations Flashcards
What is life expectancy
The age which a person is expected to live until
What does fertility mean
The average number of children in a family
What’s a death rate
The number of deaths in 1 year for every 1000 people
What is population distribution
How people are spread out over the earths surface
What is population density
The number of people in a given area usually per km2
Push factors of rural areas
- little access of education
- poor quality of life
- poor job opportunities
- Poverty
Pull factors of rural areas
Lack of crime Lack of traffic congestion Good quality schools Safe environment for children Peaceful environment
Push factors of urban areas
Traffic congestion
Noise and air pollution
High crime rates
Few parks and open space
Pull factors of urban areas
Better healthcare
Better education
Better paid jobs
Entertainment
What is rural to urban migration
Movement from the countryside to the city
What is urban to rural migration
Movement from the cities to the countryside
What does MEDC stand for
More economically developed country
What does LEDC stand for
Less economically developed country
What are 3 human factors
Economic
Social
Political
What are the 6 physical factors
Relief Accessibility Climate Resources Vegetation Soil
