Answer the following questions.
State the factors responsible for rise in world population.

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World Population:
The world population has increased significantly over the last century, and it is expected to reach 9.8 billion in 2050 and 11.2 billion in 2100, from 7.9 billion in 2021.
There are several factors that contribute to the rise in world population.
Some of them are-
Better medical facilities
Large scale immunisation
Better hygiene
Food supply
Better nutrition
High birth rate
Low death rate

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