Question

why is the introduction of disease into the new world significant?
a it was a weapon that the europeans did not mean to use.
b it caused panic and chaos among the infected native peoples.
c it weakened the central american empires and led to their downfalls.
d it killed many central american rulers, forcing the people to side with cortés.

Explanation:

When diseases were introduced to the New World by Europeans, native populations had no immunity. In Central America, diseases like small - pox severely weakened the empires such as the Aztec Empire, contributing to their downfall. While options A, B, and D have some elements of truth, the most far - reaching and significant impact was the weakening and downfall of empires.

Answer:

C. It weakened the Central American empires and led to their downfalls.