Answer:
• water scarcity
Explanation:
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The question mentions characteristics that cause or lead to environmental problems.
Fertile soils and abundant rainfall are good for the environment as more crops can be planted and biodiversity will bloom.
Water scarcity however, can lead to some organisms dying, migrating and less crops being planted.
Water scarcity in general, is not a factor that is considered favorable when it comes to the characteristics of an environment.
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The previous route was very dangerous and was also expensive to traverse. Early travelers encountered dangers such as war zones and diseases. They also had to cross deserts and mountains to get to their destination. Progress was made when a new route via the sea was discovered. This limited the perils that were once faced.
Women and enslaved or free African Americans. (Depends on the time your talking about)
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