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Population Density

The number of people living per unit of area, usually per square kilometer or square mile.

Carrying Capacity

The maximum number of individuals an environment can sustainably support.

Urbanization

The process by which more of the population becomes concentrated in cities.

Migration

The movement of people from one place to another, often for permanent settlement.

Push and Pull Factors

Push factors are reasons for leaving a place, and pull factors are reasons for moving to a new place.

Cultural Landscape

The visible imprint of human activity and culture on the landscape.

Epidemiological Transition

A model that describes the changes in the causes of mortality and morbidity in a population.

Demographic Transition Model

A model that describes the transition of countries from high birth and death rates to lower birth and death rates as they develop.