IB ESS Topic 8.1 Human Population

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What is a density independent limiting factor?

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A limiting factor that affects population growth regardless of population density, such as natural disasters.

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Give an example of a density independent limiting factor that can affect human population growth in North Carolina.

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Hurricanes.

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What is population density?

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The average number of people living in a square kilometer.

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What has been the trend of the human population in recent years?

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Increased exponentially.

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Which country should consider anti-natalist policies?

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India.

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In the demographic transition model, which factor decreases first?

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Death rates.

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What is urbanization?

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The process of increasing population in urban areas, often leading to the growth of cities.

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What are pull factors in migration?

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Factors that attract people to move to a new location, such as job opportunities or better living conditions.

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What is the difference between birth rates and death rates?

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Birth rates refer to the number of live births per 1,000 people in a year, while death rates refer to the number of deaths per 1,000 people in a year.

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What is an anti-natalist policy?

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A policy aimed at reducing birth rates, often implemented in countries facing overpopulation.