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What is the primary element released during the combustion of biomass, alongside hydrogen and sulfur?

Oxygen
Nitrogen
Phosphorus
Carbon (correct)

Which of the following best describes the process of thermochemical conversion?

Mechanical processing of biomass into smaller particles
Fermentation process for biofuel production
Controlled heating and oxidation of biomass to produce energy carriers (correct)
Biochemical process of breaking down biomass

What is the term for biomass produced through photosynthesis of light?

Energy crops
Biomass
Lignocellulose
Phytomass (correct)

What are the three main components of lignocellulose?

Cellulose, hemicellulose, and lignin (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a type of biofuel produced through thermochemical conversion?

Electrical biofuel (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of controlling factors such as oxygen amount, temperature, time, and material particle size in thermochemical conversion?

To optimize energy output and carrier production (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which biomass category is purposely cultivated for energy use?

Energy crops (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the process of breaking down organic matter in the absence of oxygen?

Anaerobic digestion (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary application of biomass energy?

Generation of electricity and heat (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a type of organic waste that can be converted into biomass energy?

Municipal solid waste (C) Signup and view all the answers

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