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"The asthenosphere (Ancient Greek: ἀσθενός [asthenos] meaning "without stength", and thus "weak", and σφαίρα [sphaira] meaning "sphere") is the highly viscous, mechanically weak and ductile region of the upper mantle of the Earth. ... In some regions the asthenosphere could extend as deep as 700 km (430 mi)."
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Answer: I would say C as well
Explanation: Physical factors that affect population distribution include altitude and latitude, relief, climate, soils, vegetation, water and location of mineral and energy resources. It is important to note that most of the physical factors influence population distribution only indirectly through climatic conditions.
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Correct answer is Christopher Columbus, a famous Italian sailor who sailed under Spanish flag. While searching for the sea route that will take him to India he came across a new continent in 1492. He actually reached what we know today as Bahamas. By doing this he opened Age of exploration for many people who came afterwards.
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Many European sailors, especially from Spain and Portugal were trying to find a sea route to Asia. One of them was Columbus, who tried to do that by sailing towards west. He failed to reach India, but unknowingly reached the shores of American continent. When people realized that he actually discovered a new continent, many explorers including John Cabot, Cartier, Amerigo Vespucci and others continued to explore the new continent.
