According to the map of the Columbian Exchange, which plant traveled the farthest in this transfer of plants and animals between two hemispheres?

A.) Wheat
B.) Manioc
C.) Rice
D.) Corn

Explanation: the Columbian Exchange refers to the widespread transfer of plants, animals, culture, human populations, technology, and ideas between the Americas, Africa, and the Old World in the 15th and 16th centuries, following the voyages of Christopher Columbus in 1492.

In terms of plants, among the options provided:

A) Wheat originated in the Old World (Eurasia) and was indeed introduced to the Americas during the Columbian Exchange. However, it was already present in Eurasia, so it didn't travel as far as the other options.

B) Manioc (also known as cassava) is native to South America and was one of the most significant food crops introduced to Africa and other parts of the Old World. So, it traveled quite a distance from the Americas.

C) Rice originated in Asia and was brought to the Americas during the Columbian Exchange. However, its origin in Asia means it didn't travel as far as some other options.

D) Corn (maize) is native to the Americas and was introduced to the Old World during the Columbian Exchange. Its journey from the Americas to Europe, Africa, and Asia represents one of the longest travels among the options provided.

Therefore, the correct answer is:

D) Corn (Maize)

According to the map of the Columbian Exchange, which plant traveled the farthest in this transfer of plants and animals between two hemispheres?A.) Wheat B.) Manioc C.) Rice D.) Corn

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According to the map of the Columbian Exchange, which plant traveled the farthest in this transfer of plants and animals between two hemispheres?

A.) Wheat
B.) Manioc
C.) Rice
D.) Corn