Understanding Population Dynamics: Density, Distribution, and Growth
Population Density
Population Density is the ratio between the number of inhabitants and the area, expressed in inhabitants per square kilometer (hab/km2). Generally, densities around 10 hab/km2 are considered low, around 50 hab/km2 are considered medium, and above 80 hab/km2 are considered high. Absolute population is the number of people living in a territory at a given time.
Population Distribution
The population is distributed very unevenly across the Earth. There are large areas with high population
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Agrarian Challenges in Early 20th Century Spain
Land Ownership Inequality and its Consequences
In the first third of the 20th century, the Spanish countryside was marked by significant inequality in land ownership. The existence of large estates (latifundios) alongside tiny smallholdings (minifundios) resulted in low agricultural yields. On one hand, the owners of vast estates in Extremadura and Andalusia demonstrated an aversion to risk and little interest in efficiently cultivating their lands.
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Domestic Trade
Domestic trade is very extensive, especially in urban areas with increased income levels. It is also very extended in urban areas with lower income levels, where traditional commerce predominates.
Restructuring
- Modernization (new consumer habits, implementation of new technologies)
- Trade expansion in new ways
- Traditional small commerce crisis (difficulty competing, solution: unions)
International Trade
International trade represents 55.5% of the national GDP. It has experienced spectacular
Read More18th and 19th Century Socioeconomic Transformations in Europe
Demographic Revolution
In the 18th century, population growth was low due to high mortality rates, poor nutrition, inadequate hygiene, and a lack of vaccinations. In addition, wars and plagues contributed to the low population growth. There was also a high birth rate due to a lack of contraception and religious and cultural factors. However, in the 19th century, European mortality rates decreased in many places due to the development of medicine (vaccines), improved hygiene (soap), and better nutrition
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Agrarian Structure in Spain
Agrarian Structure – Past and Present:
- Traditional Structure: Characterized by labor-intensive farms, extensive and backward technology, low yields, and production for local consumption protected by internal market tariffs.
- Current Structure: Characterized by a small and aging population, increasing farm sizes, greater intensification, and technological advancements. This has led to higher yields, regional specialization, and sales in a globalized market.
Rural Population
Read MoreDairy Farming in El Salvador: Intensive vs Extensive Methods
This article contrasts dairy farming methods in El Salvador, comparing the efficiency of each regarding supplies and productivity. It explores new technologies to improve milk quality and quantity, and proper diets to increase livestock production. Recent scientific and technological advancements have improved cattle raising, including sanitation, products, handling, and animal maintenance. However, intensive livestock development in El Salvador lags behind traditional extensive methods.
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