åldringsstrukturen
The age structure of a population refers to the distribution of individuals across different age groups. This distribution is typically represented by an age pyramid, which visually depicts the proportion of young, working-age, and elderly individuals within a population. A population with a large proportion of young people and a smaller proportion of older people is considered to have a young age structure, often characteristic of developing countries with high birth rates. Conversely, a population with a significant proportion of older individuals and a smaller proportion of young people has an aging age structure, common in developed countries with lower birth rates and longer life expectancies.
The age structure of a population has significant implications for various aspects of society, including economic