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WG Unit 3
unit 3
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Geography
9th Grade
01/13/2025

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demographic indicators
Definition
statistics that describe the characteristics of a population. They provide insights into the structure, size, distribution, and trends of populations, helping policymakers and researchers understand social, economic, and health dynamics.
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gross domestic product per capita
Definition
measure of a country’s economic output per person. This metric helps compare the economic performance and average income levels of different countries or regions.
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life expectancy
Definition
reflects the overall health and well-being of a population and serves as a key indicator of a country's socio-economic development.
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literacy
Definition
plays a critical role in determining a country’s Human Development Index (HDI), as it directly impacts the education dimension of human development.
empowers individuals by improving access to knowledge, employment opportunities, and quality of life.
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infant mortality
Definition
The infant mortality rate (IMR) measures infant deaths per 1,000 live births in a year, reflecting a population's health and healthcare quality.
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level of development
Definition
refers to the degree to which a country or region has progressed economically, socially, and in terms of infrastructure and quality of life. It helps distinguish between different types of economies and living standards globally.
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standard of living
Definition
level of wealth, comfort, material goods, and necessities available to individuals or groups in a particular geographic area, typically a country or region.
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Human Development Index
Definition
is a composite statistic used to measure a country's overall achievement in three key dimensions of human development.
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Gross Domestic Product
Definition
measure of the total economic output of a country within a specific time period, usually a quarter or a year. It represents the monetary value of all finished goods and services produced within a country's borders.
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economy
Definition
system by which a country or region produces, distributes, and consumes goods and services. It encompasses all activities related to the production and exchange of wealth, driven by interactions among individuals, businesses, and governments.
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settlement
Definition
place where a group of people establishes a permanent or semi-permanent community.
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environment
Definition
natural world in which living organisms exist and interact, including air, water, land, plants, animals, and microorganisms. It encompasses all external conditions and influences that affect life on Earth.
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renewable resources
Definition
natural resources that can replenish themselves naturally over time if managed properly.
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non-renewable resources
Definition
natural resources that do not replenish at a sufficient rate to keep up with consumption. Once depleted, they cannot be replaced within a human lifetime or take millions of years to regenerate.
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sustainable development
Definition
development approach that seeks to meet the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.
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