Europe's population is shrinking due to several factors. The two main reasons are:
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Low Birth Rates: Many European countries have birth rates that fall below the replacement level (approximately 2.1 children per woman). Factors contributing to this include economic constraints, changing societal norms, increased focus on careers, and access to education and family planning.
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Aging Population: Europe has a significant proportion of older individuals, leading to a higher number of deaths compared to births. The combination of low birth rates and longer life expectancy results in an aging population, with fewer young people to replace older generations.
These two factors create demographic challenges for many European nations, leading to population decline.
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