Defusing the Population Bomb

The video explores global population growth, highlighting historical trends and future projections. It discusses the challenges of feeding a growing population, the impact of demographic transitions, and the role of education in controlling birth rates. The video emphasizes the need for sustainable solutions to manage population growth without harming the environment.

What is the estimated number of people born each day?

• 100,000

• 386,000

• 1 million

• 500,000

According to Thomas Malthus, what would unchecked population growth lead to?

• Economic prosperity

• Technological advancements

• Increased biodiversity

• Global mass starvation

What was a major factor in reducing death rates during the Industrial Revolution?

• Higher taxes

• Increased birth rates

• Public health advancements

• Decreased food supply

How did the United Kingdom's time to halve birth rates compare to Brazil's?

• It was not recorded

• It was faster

• It was slower

• It was the same

What is the most effective way to lower birth rates according to the video?

• Building more housing

• Increasing food production

• Reducing taxes

• Improving women's access to education

What percentage of climate emissions is attributed to the richest 10% of humans?

• 75%

• 50%

• 25%

• 10%

What is the predicted peak population by the year 2100?

• 7 billion

• 9 to 12 billion

• 15 billion

• 20 billion