Overview
Geographic regions play a crucial role in understanding migration patterns. These regions can be defined by natural features, cultural characteristics, or political boundaries. Migration, the movement of people, is influenced by various push and pull factors, such as economic opportunities, safety, ...
Key Terms
Example: Many people migrate to cities for better job opportunities.
Example: War and poverty are common push factors.
Example: Job availability and safety are pull factors.
Example: Urbanization has increased in many developing countries.
Example: Refugees often seek asylum in safer countries.
Example: The Jewish diaspora has communities worldwide.
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Study of how populations change over time and the factors influencing these changes.
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intermediateGlobalization
Understanding how interconnectedness affects economies, cultures, and migration patterns.
advancedKey Concepts
Migration PatternsPush and Pull FactorsCultural ImpactEconomic Effects