Question
How did the Columbian Exchange impact Europe during the Age of Exploration?
A. The Columbian Exchange had little impact on Europe as the main consequences were felt in the Americas.
B. European populations experienced a decline in health due to the introduction of diseases brought back from the Americas.
C. It led to the introduction of new crops and foods, such as potatoes and tomatoes, improving European diets and contributing to population growth.
D. The influx of precious metals from the Americas fueled inflation in Europe, leading to economic instability.
A. The Columbian Exchange had little impact on Europe as the main consequences were felt in the Americas.
B. European populations experienced a decline in health due to the introduction of diseases brought back from the Americas.
C. It led to the introduction of new crops and foods, such as potatoes and tomatoes, improving European diets and contributing to population growth.
D. The influx of precious metals from the Americas fueled inflation in Europe, leading to economic instability.
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The correct answer is **C. It led to the introduction of new crops and foods, such as potatoes and tomatoes, improving European diets and contributing to population growth.**
The Columbian Exchange significantly impacted Europe by introducing new agricultural products that were previously unknown to Europeans. These foods, including potatoes, tomatoes, maize, and others, helped to enhance the diet of European populations, which in turn supported population growth and economic expansion.
The Columbian Exchange significantly impacted Europe by introducing new agricultural products that were previously unknown to Europeans. These foods, including potatoes, tomatoes, maize, and others, helped to enhance the diet of European populations, which in turn supported population growth and economic expansion.