weekly vocab quiz for march 4th

What are population pyramids?

Population pyramids are graphical representations showing the distribution of various age groups in a population, typically divided by gender.

What is demographic momentum?

Demographic momentum refers to the phenomenon where a population continues to grow after a fertility rate decline due to a large proportion of individuals in childbearing ages.

Who is Thomas Malthus?

Thomas Malthus was an economist and demographer known for his theories on population growth, specifically his prediction that populations grow exponentially while food production grows linearly.

What are pronatalist population policies?

Pronatalist population policies are measures taken by governments to encourage higher birth rates through incentives such as tax benefits, parental leave, and child care support.

What are antinatalist population policies?

Antinatalist population policies are measures taken by governments to discourage births, often through education, access to contraception, and family planning.

What is migration?

Migration is the movement of people from one place to another, often driven by various factors including economic opportunities, political instability, or environmental changes.

What is voluntary migration?

Voluntary migration is the movement of individuals or groups based on personal choice, motivated by factors such as improved living conditions or job opportunities.

What are push factors?

Push factors are conditions that drive people away from their current residence, such as unemployment, war, or natural disasters.

What are pull factors?

Pull factors are conditions that attract people to a new area, such as job opportunities, better living standards, or favorable climates.

What is rust belt migration?

Rust belt migration refers to the movement of people away from the former industrial regions of the northeastern and midwestern United States, often toward areas with more job growth.

What is sun belt migration?

Sun belt migration refers to the movement of people towards the southern U.S. states, attracted by warmer climates and job opportunities in sectors like technology and service.