The Rapid Settlement and Development of Brazil's Interior in the Eighteenth

question 14

Multiple Choice

The rapid settlement and development of Brazil's interior in the eighteenth century occurred due to:

• A)overpopulation on the coast.
• B)a desire to enslave indigenous Brazilians.
• C)the discovery of oil.
• D)the discovery of gold and diamonds.
• E)the depletion of the rain forest.

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Colorimetric PH Indicator

A chemical compound that changes color in response to changes in pH, used to determine the acidity or alkalinity of a solution.

Neutral Substance

A chemical compound that is neither acidic nor basic in nature, often having a pH level of around 7.

Acidic Substance

A substance with a pH less than 7, which donates hydrogen ions when dissolved in water.

Basic Substance

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