A map titled Expansion of the Ottoman Empire (1300—1683 C E) showing Europe, Asia, Persia, the Arabian Peninsula, and Africa. Te
rritory in 1300 C E includes an area near Istanbul. Territory in 1452 C E expands northwest and southeast from Istanbul. Territory in 1520 C E expands along the coast of the Mediterranean Sea and Red Sea and smaller areas toward Europe. Territory in 1566 C E includes a portion of the northern coast of Africa, land between the Black Sea and the Persian Gulf, and smaller areas in Europe. Territory in 1683 C E includes small area along the east and west coast of the Arabian peninsula, the eastern coast near the Black Sea. Study the map. Which statements best describe the growth of the Ottoman Empire? Choose two correct answers.
The correct answer is mining. Improved transportation will most likely benefit the mining industry by facilitating the easy movement of mining equipment and mined materials. This is particularly because of the bulky nature of minerals and the equipment that is required in mining operations.
