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The cork oak (sobreiro) is a protected species in Portugal. Roughly what percentage of the world's cork does Portugal produce?
Answer: About 50% — Portugal is the world's largest cork producer, supplying roughly half of global cork, with the vast cork oak forests (montados) concentrated in the Alentejo region.
- A About 30%
- B About 70%
- C About 20%
- D About 50% ✓
Portugal is the world's largest cork producer, supplying roughly half of global cork, with the vast cork oak forests (montados) concentrated in the Alentejo region.