5 Questions
What method can be used to approximate the viscosity of the original vegetable oil and biodiesel in the lab?
Measuring the time it takes for a known amount of the liquid to flow out of a pipette
At what temperature does pure biodiesel typically gel?
0°C
What is a good indication of the onset of gel formation in biodiesel?
Cloudiness in the liquid
What role does an ice-salt bath play in observing gel formation in biodiesel mixtures?
Reducing gelling temperature
What is sodium hydroxide's role in the production of biodiesel from vegetable oil?
Catalyzing transesterification
Test your knowledge on biodiesel viscosity and gelling phenomenon when cooled to low temperatures. Explore the challenges faced due to gelling and the controversy over the use of biodiesel in standard diesel engines.
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