After studying this chapter, you will be able to:

14.1 Define demography.

14.2 Compare the processes of urbanization and suburbanization.

14.3 Explain how a population is affected by its age distribution or ethnic composition.

14.4 Summarize how the sociological perspectives explain urbanization and its related social problems.

14.5 Analyze the pros and cons of gentrification.

14.6 Describe the sustainable community movement.