Population Dynamics
Definition
Population dynamics refers to the patterns and changes in the size, composition, and distribution of a population over time. It examines factors such as birth rates, death rates, migration, and overall population growth.
Analogy
Think of population dynamics like a game of musical chairs. The number of chairs represents the available resources in an area, while the players represent individuals in a population. As more people join the game (high birth rates or low death rates), there is increased competition for limited resources.
Related terms
Demographic Transition: This term refers to the shift from high birth and death rates to low birth and death rates as societies industrialize.
Urbanization: Urbanization is the process by which an increasing proportion of a country's population lives in cities rather than rural areas.
Malthusian Theory: Malthusian theory suggests that unchecked population growth can lead to resource scarcity and social problems.
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