Question

Which of the following geographical conditions led European nations to colonize Africa?

A.
Africa's dry climate and deserts.

B.
The dense soil in Africa's rainforests.

C.
The quantity of natural resources in Africa.

D.
Africa's lack of water sources.

Answer 1

The quantity of natural resources in Africa led European nations to colonize Africa.

Answer: Option 3

Step-by-step explanation:

Africa is well known for its natural resources. African countries’ soil was rich in minerals. Also, some of the African Countries are abundant with Oil resources.

The Europeans Colonized Africa as they can trade that wide variety of mineral resources and all the organic products. That includes Diamonds to rocks that contained uranium, zinc, tungsten, etc.. Also, tea, coffee, sugar, and tobacco were 90% percent of the exports from Africa.