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Author: Frances Sizer, Ellie Whitney
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Legumes are nitrogen rich plant, which are involved in the amonification and nitrification. They are involved in the nitrogenous fixation process and are found to be nutritious and rich in protein, vitamins, and minerals.
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