Global Impact of the Potato

Potatoes were used primarily for medicinal purposes.

Potatoes were introduced from Italy and were popular.

Potatoes were easy to grow in all climates.

Potatoes could produce a large amount of food in a small space. (correct)

South America (correct)

Africa

Europe

Asia

Potatoes were easy to hunt.

Potatoes were used as a form of currency.

Potatoes were a luxury item for the wealthy.

Potatoes are rich in important vitamins for human health. (correct)

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