Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
concentration-of-population
noun
/kənˌsɛntrəˈɪʃən əv pɒpjʊˈleɪʃən/
Definition
The distribution of a population within a specific area, often indicating the density of people living in certain locations compared to others.
Examples
- The concentration of population in urban areas leads to greater economic opportunities.
- Government policies can affect the concentration of population in rural versus urban settings.
- High concentration of population can strain local resources and infrastructure.
Meaning
It refers to how people are clustered in particular areas, influencing social, economic, and environmental dynamics.
Synonyms
- population density
- urbanization
- settlement pattern
