Glossary
106 terms defined — economic, geographic, government & more
Illicit Drugs
GovernmentThe production, trafficking, and consumption of illegal narcotics within or through a country.
Example: Colombia and Mexico are major transit countries for cocaine destined for the US.
Illicit drugs
Imports
EconomicGoods and services purchased from other countries. Imports satisfy domestic demand for products not produced locally.
Example: The United States is the world's largest importer of goods.
Imports
Independence
GovernmentThe date or event marking when a country became a sovereign state.
Example: The United States declared independence from Britain on July 4, 1776.
Independence
Industrial Production Growth
EconomicThe annual percentage change in industrial output, including manufacturing, mining, and utilities.
Example: Vietnam has seen strong industrial production growth exceeding 8% annually.
Industrial production growth rate
Industries
EconomicThe major economic sectors and manufacturing activities within a country.
Example: Germany is known for its automotive, chemical, and engineering industries.
Industries
Infant Mortality Rate
DemographicThe number of deaths of infants under one year old per 1,000 live births.
Example: Afghanistan has one of the highest infant mortality rates in the world.
Infant mortality rate
Inflation Rate
EconomicThe rate at which the general level of prices for goods and services rises, eroding purchasing power. Central banks attempt to limit inflation to keep the economy running smoothly.
Example: Venezuela experienced hyperinflation exceeding 1,000,000% in 2018.
Inflation rate (consumer prices)
Internet Users
InfrastructureThe number or percentage of a country's population that uses the internet.
Example: Iceland has one of the highest internet penetration rates at over 98%.
Internet users
Irrigated Land
GeographicThe area of land that is artificially supplied with water for agriculture.
Example: India has the largest irrigated land area in the world.
Irrigated land
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