Human Population

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What happens if a population exceeds its environmental carrying capacity?

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The death rate may rise.

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What does the term 'carrying capacity' refer to?

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The population size that the environment can sustain.

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What is the current estimated human population?

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Approximately 7 billion.

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Which historical event had the greatest impact on human population growth?

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The Agricultural Revolution.

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In which stage of the demographic transition is the population growth rate the highest?

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Post-industrial stage.

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What factors can lead to a rise in death rates in a population?

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Overpopulation, resource depletion, and environmental stress.

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How does the Agricultural Revolution affect population growth?

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It allowed for more stable food supplies, leading to increased population.

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What are the four stages of demographic transition?

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Pre-industrial, transitional, industrial, and post-industrial.

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What is the significance of the demographic transition model?

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It helps to understand population growth patterns and changes over time.

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How does urbanization impact human population dynamics?

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It often leads to increased population density and changes in resource use.