Why were spices so sought after in europe in the 16th century?

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The southern colonies practiced indentured servitude and slavery because cash crops such as tobacco and sugar required many workers. the fishing and shipping industries required many workers. imprisoned debtors were brought from africa to settle the colonies. indentured servitude and slavery were not allowed in the caribbean colonies.

This refers to weather and atmospheric conditions measured over a long period of time.