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Question
What led to the decline of the Mesopotamian Civilization?
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Solution
The following causes led to the decline of the Mesopotamian civilization.
- The Euphrates River is the lifeline of this great civilization, unexpectedly changed its course. The region became drier and drier like a desert.
- Winds and sandstorms might have been responsible for the destruction of Mesopotamian civilization
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