How Did African Societies Change as a Result of Increased

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Essay

How did African societies change as a result of increased contact with European and Muslim societies?

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Definitions:

Complex Carbohydrates

Carbohydrates composed of sugar molecules linked together in long, complex chains, also known as polysaccharides.

Cellulose

A complex carbohydrate found in the cell walls of plants, serving as a structural component.

Glycogen

A complex carbohydrate stored in the liver and muscles, which serves as a primary form of energy storage in the body.

Starch

A carbohydrate consisting of a large number of glucose units, serving as a major energy source in the diet.