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Which generation of biofuel involves the use of genetically engineered microorganisms?
Which generation of biofuel involves the use of genetically engineered microorganisms?
- 3rd Generation
- 2nd Generation
- 4th Generation (correct)
- 1st Generation
What is the process used to produce biodiesel from vegetable oils or animal fats?
What is the process used to produce biodiesel from vegetable oils or animal fats?
- Hydrolysis
- Esterification
- Transesterification (correct)
- Oxidation
What is the approximate ratio of oil to methanol used in the production of biodiesel?
What is the approximate ratio of oil to methanol used in the production of biodiesel?
- 1:100
- 10:100
- 100:1 (correct)
- 10:1
What is a disadvantage of using biodiesel compared to diesel fuel?
What is a disadvantage of using biodiesel compared to diesel fuel?
Which type of biomass is considered as non-edible for the production of biofuels?
Which type of biomass is considered as non-edible for the production of biofuels?
What is a key advantage of using biofuels compared to fossil fuels?
What is a key advantage of using biofuels compared to fossil fuels?
What is the major disadvantage of using biodiesel in vehicles?
What is the major disadvantage of using biodiesel in vehicles?
Which of the following is a common second-generation biofuel?
Which of the following is a common second-generation biofuel?
What is the by-product of the biogas generation process?
What is the by-product of the biogas generation process?
Why could biogas be particularly useful in rural or poorer areas?
Why could biogas be particularly useful in rural or poorer areas?
What is pollution control?
What is pollution control?
Which of the following is a common cause of air pollution?
Which of the following is a common cause of air pollution?
What are major pollutants produced by human activity?
What are major pollutants produced by human activity?
What is the common source material for producing biogas?
What is the common source material for producing biogas?
What is the primary type of pollution caused by the introduction of contaminants into the atmosphere?
What is the primary type of pollution caused by the introduction of contaminants into the atmosphere?
What are second-generation biofuels produced from?
What are second-generation biofuels produced from?
