Indian Ocean Flashcards
How did Hinduism spread on Indian Ocean?
It moves to India into SE Asia on Indian Ocean
Who was Marco Polo?
Traveler from Italy to China and Central Asia
Who was Ibn Battuta?
He traveled to every land where Islam had spread
What types of items were transported across the Indian Ocean and why?
Bulk goods because it was cheaper on sea
What innovations helped the Indian Ocean become such a popular trade route?
Monsoons helped with trade, the astrolabe (measured latitude) helped, and the compass
What did trade on the Indian Ocean lead to?
Wealthy empires that controlled trade
Ex:Swahili Coast, Sultanate of Malacca
Why did people move down to the Swahili Coast?
Because if their wealth. Disporic communities sprouted all over Indian Ocean. These merchants made their wealth by trading
What is biological diffusion?
Foods that spread away from origin and into a new place
