Why did European nations colonize Africa?(1 point)
Responses

They wanted to convert to African religions.
They wanted to convert to African religions.

They wanted the natural resources in Africa.
They wanted the natural resources in Africa.

They were afraid African nations would invade Europe.
They were afraid African nations would invade Europe.

They wanted to adopt African cultures.

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Answered by GPT-5 mini AI
They wanted the natural resources in Africa.

European powers sought raw materials, new markets, and strategic territories to fuel industrial growth and increase national power.