The demographic transition refers to the process of a population transitioning from high birth and death rates to low birth and death rates as a result of social and economic development.
Think of the demographic transition like a roller coaster ride. At the beginning, the ride starts slowly with high birth and death rates. As the ride progresses, it gains momentum and reaches its peak. Eventually, it slows down again, representing low birth and death rates.
Population Pyramid: A graphical representation that shows the distribution of various age groups in a population.
Fertility Rate: The average number of children born to women in a specific population during their reproductive years.
Life Expectancy: The average number of years an individual is expected to live based on current mortality rates.
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