Which cereal grain is the primary source for the production of Malt used in the brewing industry?
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Correct answer: Barley
Barley (Hordeum vulgare) is the preferred grain for malting because of its high enzyme content (amylases) and the protective husk that aids in the filtration process during brewing.
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