18 Questions
What is the main purpose of grub composting?
To convert organic waste into high quality feedstuff and oil rich material
Which microorganism is responsible for producing methane as a biofuel?
Methanobacterium
What is the desirable feature of biofuels mentioned in the text?
Low cost and easily available
What is the primary microorganism responsible for producing bioethanol?
Zymomonas
How does ethanol (gasohol) contribute to reducing pollution?
By being an efficient fuel and lowering atmospheric hydrocarbon pollutants
'Gasohol' refers to a mixture of which two substances?
Gasoline and ethanol
What is a potential disadvantage of over-production of biogas in nature?
Increased air pollution
Why are biofuels considered cost-efficient compared to standard diesel?
Their overall cost-benefit is high
What is a key advantage of biofuels in terms of engine performance?
They are adaptable to current engine designs
What is a common source for the production of biofuels?
Manure from animals
Why are biofuels considered cleaner fuels?
Because they produce fewer emissions on burning
What makes the use of biofuels efficient in nature?
The renewable sources like manure and plants used for their production
What is the main focus of bioconversion?
Converting organic materials into usable products or energy sources
Which process involves the conversion of a source of feedstock into sugars for fermentation into ethanol?
Enzymatic hydrolysis
What is the composition of syngas after gasification in the synthesis gas fermentation process?
Mostly carbon monoxide and hydrogen
Which microorganism is used in the synthesis gas fermentation process to convert the syngas into ethanol?
Clostridium ljungdahlii
What type of energy is co-generated using the heat generated by gasification in the synthesis gas fermentation process?
Excess electricity
What is the purpose of exposure to bacteria or catalysts after cooling the syngas in the synthesis gas fermentation process?
To convert syngas into usable products
Test your knowledge on bioconversion, the process of converting organic materials into products or energy sources using biological processes or agents. Learn about examples like the bioconversion of glycerol to 1,3-propanediol as part of scientific research.
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