Examine the Lewis and Clark Expedition

question 103

Essay

Examine the Lewis and Clark expedition. Why did Jefferson want an expedition? What did the expedition discover? How did this knowledge influence the territorial development of the United States?

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Definitions:

Human Populations

Groups of humans living in a specific geographic area, characterized by shared genetics, culture, and societal structures.

Genetic Diversity

The total number of genetic characteristics in the genetic makeup of a species, contributing to species survival and adaptation.

Colonization

The process by which a central system of power dominates the surrounding land and its components, often referring to historical conquests and settlements.

Coccyx Bone

The small bone at the base of the human vertebral column, often referred to as the tailbone, which is a remnant of a vestigial tail.