Question

How did the Columbian Exchange affect European trade?

Answer 1

the Columbian Exchange affect European trade by the production of resources

Answer 2

Columbian Exchange had some positive and some negative effects on Europe.

The positive effect of the Columbian exchange can be seen in the fact that it increased the food supply in Europe. Europe was benefited more with the introduction of potato and maize, as it resulted in the improvement in their diet. Hence, they tend to live longer than before. The negative effect of this exchange was that the Europeans were infected by diseases.