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Which of these events led European countries to seek natural resources in colonies around the world during the 19th century?

A. The scientific revolution
B. The American Civil War
C. The Enlightenment
D. The Industrial Revolution

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D. The Industrial Revolution

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It was primarily "the Industrial Revolution" that led European countries to seek natural resources in colonies around the world during the 19th century, since these natural resources were uses in the factories to make products that were sold. 
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