Production Of Biofuels Flashcards
1
Q
What are biofuels?
A
An energy source produced from organic or living matter
2
Q
What are first generation biofuels produced from?
A
Corn and sugar cane
3
Q
Give two examples of (first generation) biofuels
A
Ethanol and biodiesel
4
Q
Where is ethanol and biodiesel added?
A
To petrol as fuel for cars and trucks
5
Q
What does the production of grains for use in biofuels do?
A
Reduce the availability of these crops for food production
6
Q
Why are biofuels so important in many countries?
A
Government looking for solutions other than fossil fuels linked to climate change
