Soybeans growing in the Power Plant garden at the National Arboretum August 19, 2008 in Washington, DC. Soybeans are a legume native to East Asia and have the potential to be an important oil producing plant for biodiesel fuel. Soy biodiesel has better lubricant qualities than petroleum diesel and can add years to an engine’s life while reducing sulfur oxide and sulfate emissions, which contribute to acid rain.

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Soybeans growing in the Power Plant garden at the National Arboretum August 19, 2008 in Washington, DC. Soybeans are a legume native to East Asia and have the potential to be an important oil producing plant for biodiesel fuel. Soy biodiesel has better lubricant qualities than petroleum diesel and can add years to an engine’s life while reducing sulfur oxide and sulfate emissions, which contribute to acid rain.

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Location: National Arboretum, Washington, DC
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