The high density of population in Nile valley and Islands of Java is primarily due to:
✓ Correct answer: a) intensive agriculture
ExplanationThe exceptionally high population densities in both the Nile Valley and the island of Java are primarily attributable to the practice of intensive agriculture.The fertile soil, favorable climate, and availability of water have made these regions ideal for farming, which has historically supported large populations.Industrialization and urbanization are secondary factors, while topographic limitations have influenced but not caused the high population density.Region Key Natural Factor Primary Agricultural Practice Resulting Popu- lation Density Nile Valley Nutrient-rich silt from annual Nile floods Intensive cultivation of wheat, rice, cotton Sustained high density in a nar- row fertile strip Java Fertile volca- nic soil Intensive rice cultivation Among the high- est population densities globally 173
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