Unit 2 - Pop. Density

Population density factors

including climate, availability of resources, and urbanization, which influence the distribution of people in an area.

Arithmetic density

is a measurement of population density calculated by dividing the total population of an area by its total land area, often expressed in people per square kilometer.

Physiological density

measures the number of people per unit area of arable land, reflecting the potential for agricultural support in a region.

Agricultural density

is the ratio of the number of farmers to the total amount of arable land in a region, providing insight into the economic viability of farming practices.

A higher physiological density means…

there are more people relative to arable land, indicating potential challenges in agricultural production and resource management.

A lower agricultural density means…

fewer farmers relative to arable land, suggesting more efficient farming practices or less reliance on agriculture in the region.

A higher arithmetic density means…

there are more people per unit area, providing insight into population distribution and urbanization levels in a region.

Linear population pattern

refers to a population distribution where people are concentrated along a line, often due to geographical features like rivers or roads.

Clustered population pattern

refers to a population distribution where individuals are grouped closely together in specific areas, often influenced by factors such as resources, economic opportunities, or social networks.

Dispersal/rural population pattern

refers to a population distribution where individuals are spread out over a large area, typically found in rural settings with low density due to limited resources or opportunities.