Population Growth

Definition

Population growth is an increase in the number of individuals in a population over time due to birth rates exceeding death rates and net migration.

Related terms

Demographics: Statistical data relating to the population and particular groups within it.

Migration Patterns: Movements of people from one area to another for varying periods of time; these patterns can be local or global depending on economic factors, war etc.

Urbanization: The process by which towns and cities are formed and become larger as more people begin living and working in central areas.