What is one factor that limited industrial expansion in the south

A lack of an educated work force , is the right answer.

Explanation:

The time-span between the American Civil War and the conclusion of the 19th century in the U.S. was distinguished by an enormous extension of agriculture and industry as well as the expanse of towns across the continent. However, economic growth was centered in Midwest, Northeast and plains states and not concentrated on the South since the economy of South was dependent on agriculture and the workforce of the South was not educated.

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