Refer to Map 24

question 6

Essay

Refer to Map 24.3 and identify the largest territorial expansions during the period from 1800 to 1850. What made this expansion possible?

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Definitions:

Washing Detergent

A chemical substance used to break up and remove dirt and grease from fabrics, commonly in the form of powder or liquid.

Calcium Nitrate

An inorganic compound used as a nitrogen fertilizer in agriculture and also in waste water pre-conditioning for odor emission prevention.

Atoms

The basic units of matter, consisting of a nucleus surrounded by electrons.

Nitrogen

A colorless, odorless, nonmetallic element that makes up about 78% of the Earth's atmosphere and is a constituent of all living tissues.