a GIS (geographic information system) is a computer mapping system that captures, and displays geographic data to help understand spatial patterns.

describes how the people in a population are spread out across an area

the number of people living in a defined area, e.g. 300 people per square kilometre.

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GIS: Analysing the distribution of the world's population

Geography

This unit teaches pupils about the changing size and distribution of the world's population and how these can be affected by factors such as migration. Through examining a range of examples, pupils will develop an understanding of how countries react to different population challenges.

Population: where do people live?

Which of the following factors affect population distribution?

It replaces the need for population censuses.

It allows us to visualise and map population patterns.

It predicts exact future population numbers.

How can GIS help in analysing population distribution?

Which region has the highest population density?

The total number of people living in an area.

How people are spread out across a country or region.

What is the current world population approximately?

Which continent has the largest population?

Which country has the largest population in the world?

To show the distribution of population across different areas.

To calculate the number of animals in an area.

Why is it helpful to use maps when studying population?

Starter Quiz