Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Definition
An agricultural innovation used by the Aztecs involving the creation of artificial islands in water to grow crops, demonstrating environmental modification for increased agricultural productivity.
AP course connection
Topic 1.2: 1.2 Native American Societies Before European Contact