Potosí's historic wealth was largely based on what type of ore?
Iron
Gold
Silver
Copper
Answer
Silver, found in abundance in the Cerro Rico mountain, formed the basis of Potosí's remarkable prosperity. The Spanish exploited this rich resource, turning the city into a flourishing center of mining and a crucial cog in the global silver trade.
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