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What does the term 'B100' indicate?
What does the term 'B100' indicate?
- A blend with 100% biodiesel and 0% diesel fuel (correct)
- A blend with 95% biodiesel and 5% diesel fuel
- A blend with 10% biodiesel and 90% diesel fuel
- A blend with 50% biodiesel and 50% diesel fuel
How does ASTM define biodiesel?
How does ASTM define biodiesel?
- As a mixture of short-chain esters from non-renewable resources
- As a mixture of long-chain monoalkylic esters from fatty acids obtained from renewable resources (correct)
- As a blend of synthetic hydrocarbons and alcohols
- As a mixture of long-chain esters from non-renewable resources
Why is the continued use of petroleum-sourced fuels considered unsustainable?
Why is the continued use of petroleum-sourced fuels considered unsustainable?
- Due to the abundance of petroleum resources
- Due to the decreasing global energy requirements
- Due to the decline in the use of diesel engines
- Due to depleting supplies and increasing demand (correct)
What is the primary source of energy that powers modern civilization?
What is the primary source of energy that powers modern civilization?
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What does the 'B' factor indicate in a fuel mix?
What does the 'B' factor indicate in a fuel mix?
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Which blend is covered by the ASTM D7467 specification?
Which blend is covered by the ASTM D7467 specification?
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What does 'B5' indicate?
What does 'B5' indicate?
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How are blends of biodiesel and petroleum diesel typically mixed?
How are blends of biodiesel and petroleum diesel typically mixed?
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What is the label for a fuel mix containing 95% petrodiesel and 5% biodiesel?
What is the label for a fuel mix containing 95% petrodiesel and 5% biodiesel?
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What engine modifications may be required to use pure biodiesel (B100)?
What engine modifications may be required to use pure biodiesel (B100)?
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