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In History / Middle School | 2014-10-20

Why did Mesopotamian irrigation systems allow civilization to develop?

Asked by Fluffybenz

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Mesopotamian irrigation systems allowed the civilization to develop because the early advancements in irrigation allowed for plentiful agricultural development in the Mesopotamian Region. The region already had plentiful soil and with expanded irrigation it allowed for more plentiful development of the land that led to the growth and development of Mesopotamia well before similar irrigation methods were discovered elsewhere.

Answered by Gibbs | 2024-06-10

Mesopotamian irrigation systems allowed civilization to develop by creating agricultural surpluses, facilitating population growth, leading to the establishment of governance, and promoting cultural advancements. The ability to manage water resources directly contributed to the complexity and stability of early societies. This foundational development played a crucial role in shaping one of the first civilizations in human history.
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Answered by Gibbs | 2024-12-22