alternative types of fuel. ethanol? biodiesel blends are indicated by the abbreviation bxx, where...
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Alternative types of fuel
ethanol?
Biodiesel blends are indicated by the abbreviation Bxx, where "xx" is the percentage of biodiesel in the mixture. B20 fuel is 20 percent biodiesel and 80 percent standard fuel.
simple:corn + ferments
made from any plant carbohydrates
Biodiesel sources contain fat.
per gallon
Older diesel Mercedes are popular for running on biodiesel.
Can be used in most diesel engines
Further distance –lower ratio
corrosive
less fertilizer
no drought
land depletion
Byproducts: ONLY heat & water
60% efficiency
evaporates rapidly
energy to liquefy
asphyxiate warning!
easy to ignite
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