Definition: The people living within a political or geographical boundary.

Alright class, settle down, let’s take a look, At a word that’s important, a concept to cook! We’ve just read the dictionary, nice and bright, Saying “populations” mean folks in plain sight. But let's dig a little deeper, don't you see? It's more than just people, for you and for me! “Populations” refers to groups, big or small, Of living things – answering nature’s call! Think of the squirrels in your backyard green, Or the bees buzzing, a busy scene. Even fish in the ocean deep and blue, A “population” is what they all accrue. It's about how many are there, you see, And where they live – geographically! The dictionary’s right, it’s true, it's correct, But "populations" includes more than just a sector Of human folks within borders defined, It's living things, of every kind! Now, does that make sense? Any questions to share? Let's discuss!