GCSE AQA Geography - Where do we live? Dense population

What is meant by the term 'population density'?

The number of people living in a certai area, usually per km(squared)

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Explain, in terms of temperature, why Western Europe is so densely populated?

It is the right temperature to grow certain foods e.g. Grapes in Italy

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Explain, in terms of rainfall, why Western Europe is so densely populated?

There is less than 2000mm of precipitation per year but more than 0mm. Neither flood nor drought

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Explain, in terms of employment, why Western Europe is so densely populated?

Most of Western Europe is less than 20% unemployed. Employment opportunities in farming and offices

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Explain, in terms of land height, why Hong Kong is densely populated?

There is low land making the temperature warm and transport and trade easier

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Explain, in terms of politics, why Hong Kong is so densely populated?

It is politically stable so people feel safe there

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What is meant by the term 'population distribution'?

The spread of people over the Earth

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Explain, in terms of coastal areas, why Hong Kong is so densely populated?

It is a coastal area and this makes holiday makers more attracted so there is more trade

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Explain, in terms of temperature, why Western Europe is so densely populated?

It is the right temperature to grow certain foods e.g. Grapes in Italy

Explain, in terms of rainfall, why Western Europe is so densely populated?

Explain, in terms of employment, why Western Europe is so densely populated?

Explain, in terms of land height, why Hong Kong is densely populated?

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