According to Demographic Transition Theory, During the Second Stage of Development

question 17

True/False

According to demographic transition theory, during the second stage of development, populations have high birth and death rates that tend to balance each other over time.

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Definitions:

Methanogens

Microorganisms that produce methane as a metabolic byproduct in anoxic conditions, often found in wetlands or the guts of animals.

Halophiles

Microorganisms that thrive in high-salt environments, often found in places like salt lakes and the Dead Sea.

Prokaryotes

Unicellular organisms that lack a distinct nucleus and membrane-bound organelles, including bacteria and archaea.

Acellular

Consisting of, or pertaining to, non-cellular structure, lacking cells.