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Why were Europeans looking for a sea route to the Indies?

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Mountains blocked the way from Europe to Asia.

Mountains blocked the way from Europe to Asia.

Muslim powers controlled most of the land routes.

Muslim powers controlled most of the land routes.

Camels and donkeys were becoming scarce.

Camels and donkeys were becoming scarce.

Merchants liked to travel by sea

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Mountains blocked the way to asia and pirates were popular on spice routes.
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