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- 3. A term for the process of turning soybeans into tofu.
- 4. Farming practice that includes planting soybeans to improve soil fertility.
- 5. The process of crushing soybeans to extract oil.
- 6. Nuts A crispy snack made from roasted soybeans, often seasoned with salt.
- 7. Soybeans belong to this family of plants, known for fixing nitrogen in the soil.
- 8. The state that alway produces the most or second most soybeans in the United States.
- 13. Process by which soybean plants convert sunlight into energy.
- 15. This insect pest can cause damage to soybean crops.
- 16. This legume is a rich source of protein, often used in vegetarian diets.
- 17. A common method of preparing soybeans for consumption, involves boiling and fermentation.
- 18. This type of soybean has been genetically modified for specific traits.
- 19. Oil This oil, extracted from soybeans, is a common cooking ingredient.
- 21. Soybeans are a major source of this nutrient, important for bone health.
- 23. A common method of preserving soybeans by drying them.
- 25. A popular Asian dish made from fermented soybeans.
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- 1. Color of the dot that tells you phenotypically whether or not a soybean is food grade
- 2. The process of breaking down soy proteins into amino acids, enhancing digestibility.
- 3. Protection for farmers against financial loss due to factors like poor soybean harvests.
- 6. Milk Soybeans are a primary ingredient in this plant-based milk alternative.
- 9. The liquid byproduct of making tofu, often used in soups and stews.
- 10. The main season for planting soybeans in the Northern Hemisphere.
- 11. A key nutrient found in soybeans that is essential for muscle function.
- 12. Soybeans are often grown in rotation with this cereal crop to improve soil fertility.
- 14. Benefit to the soil provided by soybeans, enhancing its nutrient content.
- 16. Sauce A popular condiment made from fermented soybeans, widely used in Asian cuisine.
- 20. The term for the outer protective coating of a soybean seed.
- 22. This soybean product is commonly used as a meat substitute in vegetarian dishes.
- 24. This type of soybean is typically grown for its oil content.
