Population distribution — definition?
Pattern of where people live geographically.
Sparse population — characteristic?
Few inhabitants per unit area.
Dense population — characteristic?
Many inhabitants per unit area.
Climatic influence — role?
Affects where populations settle based on climate.
Population density — measure?
People per square kilometer.
Natural increase — causes?
Birth rate exceeds death rate.
Carrying capacity — meaning?
Max sustainable population for environment.
Urban area — features?
High density, extensive infrastructure.
Rural area — features?
Low density, agricultural land.
Settlement pattern — types?
Nucleated, dispersed, linear, planned.
Urbanization — main cause?
Rural-urban migration and industrialization.
Urban challenge — overcrowding?
Excessive population density causing poor living conditions.
Urban challenge — pollution?
Contamination of air, water, land.
Urban challenge — urban sprawl?
Uncontrolled city expansion into rural land.
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1. How do physical factors influencing population distribution compare to economic factors affecting settlement patterns?
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