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Iowa

Midwestern U.S. state known for agriculture.

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Iowa is a Midwestern U.S. state known for its agricultural landscapes and fertile soil, particularly prominent in corn production. It is nicknamed 'The Hawkeye State' due to its historical association with the Sauk leader Black Hawk.

Pronunciation

/ˈaɪoʊwə/

Etymology

Iowa is derived from the Iowa tribe of Native Americans.

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Iowa is a Midwestern state famous for growing corn and soybeans, like a giant farm!

Fun Facts

Iowa is nicknamed 'The Hawkeye State'
It's the top producer of corn in the U
S
The state has more Fortune 500 companies per capita than many larger states

FAQ

What is Iowa known for? Agriculture
Is Iowa part of the Midwest? Yes
What's the capital? Des Moines

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

United States Midwestern states

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

Des Moines Cedar Rapids Davenport

Indexes

North America U.S. state agricultural geopolitical

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