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How did gunpowder play the role in the development of the empire?

Ancient Chinese Invented Gunpowder (thoughtco.com)

Who Discovered Gunpowder? - Who Discovered It

tci_wh_11_read.pdf (weebly.com)

What is gunpowder?

What is it?

Gunpowder is an explosive substance that was discovered in China. It was a way to repel the Mongols from invading China. But soon the Mongols gained it and fought back with it.

Discovery of Gunpowder

initial discovery

Discovered gunpowder while trying to find a cure for death and ever living life. Was made of mixture of sulfur, charcoal, and saltpeter which was usually used to cure upset stomach or a headache.

Four great inventions

inventions

Paper making

Compass

Gunpowder

Printing

World War II, also known as the Second World War, was a global war that lasted

What new gunpowder weapons help empires develop?

What weapons helped empires?

huojian - "fire arrow"

Fire lance

rocket battery

Muskets

To answer the question:

Answer!

Gunpowder helped empires develop by being used as a weapon in battles that helped groups gain land and expand their empires. Other empires like the Mughal, Safavid, and Ottoman emphasized the use of gunpowder weaponry and took advantage of it when expanding.

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