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7425021802	The Qanat System	Form of irrigation that transports water from below ground to the surface in arid land. Created by Persian Empire (Middle East): Prevents evaporation	0
7425028147	Improved Wells and Pumps (Shaduf)	Irrigation toll to draw water from ground; created in Middle east: Also helps lift water using less labor. You have more water to use to grow a surplus.	1
7425161695	Dhow Ship	Ships that used lateen sails to navigate the Indian ocean: Could carry heavier products (they had more room because less people rowed)	2
7425174340	Lateen Sail	Triangular sail- were able to move- used to navigate ships instead of oars. Mediterranean ships used oars, not lateen sails: Help navigate monsoon winds on Indian Ocean Routes.	3
7425187774	Yokes	Developed in China, Removes pressure of iron plow from animal's windpipe: Made farming and traveling more productive	4
7425192945	Saddles	Camel and horse saddles. Camel and Saddles introduced to North Africa by 1st century BCE - helps connect all parts of Africa: Allow riders to be more comfortable, travel longer distances.	5
7425200474	Stirrups	Created in Northern Afghanistan. Provided greater stability for those horses: Granted a better advantage in battle along the Silk Roads.	6