What conclusion can be drawn from elevation map and the foods grown at different elevations?
[1] There’s less diversity in foods grown at the lower altitudes. For example, the tropical lowlands max out at sea level. They’re known for sugar energy foods in the form of fructose/sucrose. Typical examples are sugar cane and tropical fruits. [2] There’s more diversity in foods grown at the higher altitudes. For example, the temperate areas are found at 3,000-10,000′ above sea level. They’re known for staples such as barley, corn, potatoes, and wheat. They’re also known for the foods of civilization such as apples, and the processed products such as coffee, and tea. [3] The relationship ends in the grazing areas of the highlands, at 10,000-14,000′. [4] And the snow lline begins beyond those altitudes.
