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The Positive And Negative Effects Of Geography On Chinese Civilization
Geography has inevitably shaped many civilizations. From the deserts isolating the Muslim civilizations to the mountains separating Tibet and India, Asia's geography proved to be more than capable of shaping these civilizations. Geography shaped the Chinese Civilization by providing a stable food source and by isolating it from the West.

Stable Food Source
China's geography has provided a stable food source, which has given positive and negative effects to the population.
Since food was available, the Chinese were allowed to explore other careers, such as artisans and alchemists, which lead to many techhnological advantages and advancements. This consistent food source was fed by the rivers, and the arability of the land was a blessing that

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