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The Columbian Exchange is the name given to the widespread exchange of plants, animals, and communicable diseases between the Eastern and Western Hemispheres that occurred after 1492. It has been called one of the most significant events in the history of world ecology, agriculture, and culture. What were some of the benefits to the Europeans

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One of the biggest benefits was the discovery of corn because it was high in calories so it can feed a lot of people growing the population.
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