Define and explain the Columbian Exchange.

It was a widespread exchange of ideas, plants, animals, culture, technology etc. mainly between the America's, Africa andEurope during the 15/16 the century

Exchanges of plants, animals, diseases and technology transformed European and Native American ways of life. Beginning after Columbus' discovery in 1492 the exchange lasted throughout the years of expansion and discovery. The Columbian Exchange impacted the social and cultural makeup of both sides of the Atlantic.