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6 Cards in this Set
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Where are the most concentrated area found? |
•edges of continents •not near centers (costal) |
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Most densely populated areas share what in common? |
•temperature climate •no too hot, not too cold |
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Examples of areas with different population densities.. |
Mountainous areas Sparsely populated Why? -thin soils are infertile -steep cliffs prevent roads or houses being built -extreme cold -high altitude is uncomfortable for living in |
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Desert areas.. |
Why? -sand is infertile -doesn't provide stable foundation for roads or housing -extreme heat in day and cold in night |
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Coal and oil fields |
Densely populated Creates many job opportunities that are highly paid |
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Rainforest |
-sparsely populated -climate and wildlife -little light underneath canopy which prevents crop growth -heat and humidity create uncomfortable living conditions -dangerous animals which would lower population rapidly -heavy rainfall results in flooding Trade -access is tough because of thick tree line -planes unable. To land and no access for boats |
