Demography Basics Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
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What is demography?
A
The science that researches and describes populations, including their size, composition, and distribution.
2
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What do the Latin roots of “demography” mean?
A
“Demos” = population; “-graphy” = to describe.
3
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What are the three main elements studied in demography?
A
Size, composition, and distribution of populations.
4
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What are the three main factors that drive population dynamics?
A
Births, deaths, and migration.
