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• What does population distribution refer to?

  It refers to where people live.
• What percentage of the world's population lives within 1,000 km of the sea?

  About three-quarters of the world's population.
• What is the elevation at which nearly 90% of the population lives?

  Less than 500 m high.
• In which hemisphere do over 80% of the world's population live?

  The northern hemisphere.
• What are the most favored locations for human habitation?

  • Fertile river valleys
  • Places with a regular supply of water
  • Good communications and potential for trade
• Name three major areas with high population density.

  South East Asia, north-east USA, and Western Europe.
• What are some smaller concentrations of population density mentioned?

  South-east Brazil, the Mexican plateau, the Nile Valley, California, and Java.
• What types of areas are considered disadvantaged for population settlement?

  Areas that are too dry, too steep, too cold, and/or infertile.
• What climate do many people live in, despite its challenges?

  The monsoonal climate of South East Asia.
• What is the difference between population distribution and population density?

  Distribution is where people live, while density measures how many live there (per km²).
• What do Lorenz Curves illustrate in terms of population distribution?

  Inequalities in population distribution.
• What percentage of Egypt's population lives on 5% of the land?

  95% of the population.
• What are some human factors affecting population distribution?

  The distribution of raw materials, government policy, new town policies, conflict, and migration.
• How has government policy affected population distribution in South Africa?

  It led to a redistribution of populations under the Apartheid policy.
• What is the impact of conflict and war on population distribution?

  It may lead to some areas losing population.
• What is the annual income threshold for a high-income country (HIC) according to the World Bank in 2014?

  Over $12,475.
• What distinguishes low-income countries (LICs) from middle-income countries (MICs)?

  LICs have incomes less than $1,025, while MICs have incomes between $1,025 and $12,475.
• What is the distinction between lower middle-income and upper middle-income countries?

  Lower middle-income countries have incomes between $1,025 and $4,035, while upper middle-income countries have incomes between $4,036 and $12,475.
• What is the significance of the Brandt line or North-South Divide?

  It is used to classify countries as rich or poor.
• What are the classifications of economic development?

  • More Economically Developed Countries (MEDC)
  • Newly Industrializing Countries (NIC)
  • Centrally Planned Economies (CPE)
  • Oil-rich countries
  • Less Economically Developed Countries (LEDC)
  • Least Developed Countries (LDC)
• What characterizes China's population distribution?

  It is very uneven, mainly concentrated in the eastern part of the country.
• What percentage of the population lives on less than 1% of the land in China?

  More than 10%.
• What is the main reason for China's uneven population distribution?

  It is mainly due to the country's physical geography.
• What is a significant trend in China's urbanization process?

  The increasing proportion of people living in megacities and millionaire cities.
• How many cities in China have over a million inhabitants?

  More than 50 cities.
• What has been the impact of internal migration on the Chinese economy?

  It has been good for the economy and generally beneficial to the migrants.
• What has been a consequence of internal migration in China?

  Land and labor costs have risen.
• What is the population density situation in South Africa?

  The distribution is very uneven, with some areas having over 1,000 people/km².
• What factors contribute to high population densities in South Africa?

  Good mineral resources, farming potential, and trading potential.
• What was a significant migration pattern during the apartheid era in South Africa?

  The forced migration of many black people to homelands.
• What has happened to South Africa's urban population from 1995 to 2015?

  It grew from 55% to 65%.
• What is the situation of African refugees seeking safety?

  Most remain in Africa rather than heading to Europe.
• What has led to an increase in the number of displaced people in Africa?

  New conflicts and unresolved crises in various countries.
• How many migrants are believed to be in South Africa?

  Between 1.5 million and 3.2 million.
• Where do most migrants in South Africa come from?

  From elsewhere on the continent, mainly neighboring countries.
• What is a common destination for migrants in South Africa?

  Johannesburg.
• What percentage of the world's displaced Africans are in Europe?

  Approximately 3%
• What has led to an increase in the number of displaced people in Africa?

  New conflicts and unresolved crises in several African countries
• Which countries are mentioned as having new conflicts contributing to displacement?

  Burundi, Libya, Niger, and Nigeria
• How many migrants are believed to be in South Africa?

  Between 1.5 million and 3.2 million