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| The Columbia Encyclopedia, Sixth Edition. 2001-07. |
| Goiás |
| (goi-äs´) (KEY) , state (1996 pop. 4,501,538), 211,941 sq mi (548,927 sq km), central Brazil. Goiânia is the capital. The economy of Goiás is largely agricultural. Its population has increased dramatically since 1950. Tin, gold, diamonds, and quartz are found nearby. |
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