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Following are names of geographical factors that influence the distribution of population. Which of these are true? -

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Following are names of geographical factors that influence the distribution of population. Which of these are true?

Options

  • Availability of water

  • Land forms

  • Climate

  • All of these

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Solution

All of these

Explanation:

Factors influencing population distribution include:

(i) Water availability: Water is the most important factor in life. People prefer to live in areas where there is readily available fresh water. Water is essential for agricultural development and day-to-day activities.

(ii) Land forms: People prefer to live in flat plains and gentle slopes because they are conducive to crop production and the construction of roads and industries.

(iii) Climate: People prefer to live in areas that do not have extreme climatic conditions, that is, areas with a low diurnal and annual temperature range, as well as areas with adequate rainfall.

(iv) Fertile soils: Fertile soils are essential for agricultural and related activities. As a result, areas with fertile loamy soils have more.

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