How did gunpowder from china give europeans an edge during the era of seaborne exploration?

a) the explosive was used to power trade ships giving europeans an advantage in traveling further distances.

b) adaptation of the powder for use in weapons put europeans on equal footing with those they sought to conquer.

c) europeans adapted the gunpowder for use in guns. guns and gunpowder made europeans intimidating for any opponent.

d) the introduction of gunpowder allowed europeans to become equals to already large asian kingdoms who had already explored the world.

C) Europeans adapted the gunpowder for use in guns. Guns and gunpowder made Europeans intimidating for any opponent.

Explanation:

The gunpowder was invented by Chinese, they had a non violent use, since it was used to produce fireworks or used as a propellant.

It is believed, Gunpowder came first to Europe through the Silk Road from the trade in Middle East.

When Europeans adapted into warfare, the first cannons were used , mainly fighting the Muslims in the 13th century. The Christians cruzaders engaged in fierce combat later adding flamethrowers, and grenades that gave the edge in battle at sea well.

The use of gunpowder was intimidating for anyone, given that psychologically gave a sensation often unkwon at that time.

The initial use of cannons had to be further improved but its noise and lighting gave them the devastating effect that gave an edge to Europeans.

Both Europeans and opponents quickly learned a refined the use of gunpowder that improved devices  

a.) are both appointed for life