Question

(20 POINTS!!!) which geographic factor have scholars linked with the decline of the Akkadian empire?

A). drought in northern Mesopotamia
B). flooding in western Persia
C). famine in eastern egypt
D). earthquake in southern mediterranean

Answer 1

The most accepted theory is a drought in northern Mesopotamia 

Answer 2

The correct answer is option A). "drought in northern Mesopotamia".

Step-by-step explanation:

It was believed that political reasons were the main issue that led to the decline of the Akkadian empire, however, paleoclimate records indicate that a catastrophic drought in northern Mesopotamia happened around the time the empire declined. Mineral records analysis estimate that by 4200 BP people of Akkadian suffered from a massive drought, which resulted in a negative impact on its agriculture, fishing and their availability of resources in general.