Population Density & Distribution (CIE IGCSE Geography)

For a named country you have studied, explain why it has a low population density

For a country or area you have studied which is sparsely populated, explain why there is a low population density.

Name of country or area

For a named country or area you have studied, explain why it is sparsely populated.

Name of country or area ..............................

Study Fig. 1.1, which is a map showing population density in mainland USA

Explain how economic factors can influence population density.

Look again at Fig. 1.1 along with Figs. 1.2 and 1.3, which show information about relief and climate in the USA.

Fig.1.1

Using Figs. 1.1 and 1.3 only, suggest reasons for the difference in population density between New Mexico and Massachusetts. Use statistics in your answer.

Study Fig. 1.1 and Fig. 1.2, which show information about population density and economic activity in Honduras (an LEDC in Central America).

Fig. 1.1

Fig. 1.2

Explain how physical factors can influence population density.

Fig. 1.3

Suggest reasons why many coastal lowland areas, such as the area shown in Fig. 1.3, have a high population density.