Eastern Europe/Russia Population Density

Pattern of disbursement?

Today, most people live in large cities through out Eastern Europe

. Higher population in the north or Eastern Europe because of flat fertile land. Southern part of Eastern Europe has many mountains, therefore they are ______ populated.

GDP per capita- Pattern seen?

Less Wealth

Push/Pull Factors: East to West Migration

Compare the East to the West.

1990- Ending of communism in the region 2014- 24 years later, what is happening? In 1985 Mikhail Gorbachev assumed power in the Soviet Union. He instituted a policy of economic restructuring called perestroika and a policy of greater political openness called glasnost putting an end to The Cold War. In 1991 the republics declared independence. The new Russia began moving from a command economy to a market economy. This caused the closing of outdated factories and the restructuring of agriculture, which resulted in massive unemployment.

Fifteen new nation – states were formed out of the ruins of the Soviet Empire. Security Political freedom Economic growth Quality of life National unity

Free states 15 independent states emerged after the fall of the Soviet Union in 1991 Russia was named the successor state to the Soviet Union Estonia Latvia Lithuania Kazakhstan Kyrgyzstan Tajikistan Turkmenistan Uzbekistan Belarus Moldova Ukraine Russia Armenia Azerbaijan Georgia

1. What type of growth would this population pyramid be? 2. What change do you see based on the population pyramid? 3. What future concerns does Ukraine need to prepare for?

1. What type of growth would this population pyramid be? 2. What change do you see based on the population pyramid? 3. What future concerns does Belarus need to prepare for?

1. What type of growth would this population pyramid be? 2. What change do you see based on the population pyramid? 3. What future concerns does Serbia need to prepare for?

Russia Population Density

Russia Population Patterns Ural Mts Asia Europe Trans Siberian Rail

What mountain range separates Russia, the western side is on the European continent while the Eastern is on the Asian continent? Ural mountains hinder population migration in Russia.

Where does the majority of the Russian population live? Majority of Russians live on the European side of Russia: Warmer climate Closer for trade with Western Europe

Challenges Facing Russians Today Crime Rate is high Housing is very costly Many people live with extended families to save money Alcohol abuse and pollution are big concerns threatening peoples health

Most of Russia’s people live in cities. Many do not own cars Transportation in Russia is difficult because of Russia’s vast size and harsh climate. Russia depends on railroads and inland waterways for most of its transportation needs. Most of Russia’s people live in cities. Many do not own cars Public transportation is important.

Why is Russia referred to as Eurasia? Russia spans both the continent of Europe and of Asia

Siberia makes up roughly 75% of the total area of Russia.

Siberia Located in the Asian part of Russia Extending from the Ural Mountains to the Russian Far East – Makes up Kazakhstan, Mongolia and China. Much of it is swampland not suited to agriculture; other large areas are forested(the taiga) . The northern most parts comprise of extremely cold tundra (large treeless area with frozen ground). While not well suited for agriculture, Siberia has important mineral resources.

Natural Resources & Transport of goods 80 % of Russian coal reserves are in Siberia, most in remote areas and untapped.

Siberia has a lot of natural resources, why is it difficult to get the raw materials? Roads are underdeveloped Few are paved none entirely spans the region from the Urals to the coast. When frozen, the rivers double as winter “ice roads.”

What human modification has helped get raw materials from Siberia to industrial centers in Russia? Trans Siberian Railroad : An Enormous Project • From 1891 to 1903, 70,000 workers move 77 million cubic feet of earth - clear 100,000 acres of forest; bridge several major rivers

Trans-Siberian Railroad, which stretches across the entire region Resource Wealth in Siberia Coal output comes from southerly fields along the Trans-Siberian Railroad. Railroad helps populate area so resources can yield profit In first 10 years, 5 million people use railway to settle Siberia - begin mining coal and iron

Resources will also determine population Resources will also determine population. Yakutsk averages -50F in winter, but is home to 270,000 people and the site for 1/5 of the worlds diamonds. http://youtu.be/1Pi9yQQVQeA

Siberia Summers in Siberia see warmer temperatures. Winter Summer Siberia is known for its long harsh winters. Temperatures average below freezing throughout the winter and well into April. Average January temperatures in Yakutsk, in eastern-central Siberia, are near -38 degrees F. A layer of snow remains on the ground for at least six months and cold winter temperatures lead to permafrost. Summers in Siberia see warmer temperatures. May, averages 44 degrees F in Yakutsk. In July, the warmest month for most of Siberia, average temperatures are 64 degrees F in Yakutsk.

Siberia Sunlight Precipitation Siberia's northern location, near the Artic Circle, means hours of sunlight will vary from the summer to the winter. In June (summer) over 19 hours of sunlight in Yakutsk, while most of December (winter) sees just over five hours of light. Little precipitation falls over much of Siberia, with average annual precipitation levels falling at just over 8 inches for Yakutsk. The majority of the precipitation is during the months of June, July and August. February and March bring lowest precipitation.

Eastern Europe Population Notes Most Eastern Europeans live in the northern region because of flat fertile soil. Large populations are also found in urban areas. Ural mountains hinder population migration within Russia and divide Russia into European Russia and Siberia (Asian Russia) Majority of Russians live on the European side or in the south near the Trans- Siberian Railroad. Warmer climate Closer for trade with Europe