How do I calculate the physiological density of Namibia? I can't find it!! HELP!! :)
I think if you use different wording, you'll find what you need. For example, instead of "human geography," I would say "demographics."
Take a look at some of these articles:
http://www.google.com/search?sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8&q=physiological+density+of+Namibia
... especially the 2nd, 3rd, and 6th ones.
To calculate the physiological density of Namibia, you need to know its total population and the total land area. The physiological density is calculated by dividing the total population by the total arable land area. Here's how you can get the information and calculate it:
1. Find the total population of Namibia: You can check official government sources, such as the Namibia Statistics Agency, or use reliable international sources like the World Bank or the United Nations. These organizations often provide population data for different countries.
2. Determine the total land area of Namibia: Again, you can refer to official government sources like the Ministry of Land Reform or international sources like the World Bank or the United Nations. They usually provide land area data for different countries.
3. Calculate the arable land area: Arable land refers to land that is suitable for cultivation and agricultural purposes. This information is often available in agricultural reports or databases. By subtracting non-arable land, such as forests, urban areas, or deserts, from the total land area, you can estimate the arable land area.
4. Divide the total population by the arable land area: Once you have the total population and the arable land area, divide the total population by the arable land area to get the physiological density. The unit of measurement will be people per square kilometer (or people per square mile if using that unit).
Remember to ensure that all the data you gather is from reliable sources and represents the most recent figures available.