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There seem to be doubts about this as far as production from corn is concerned, but of course if the desired product is vehicle fuel, and you have to use fossil fuels that would not be suitable for vehicle fuel, you still get what you want, even if the effects on global warming are to make it worse. Production from sugar cane seems less energy intensive, but then you can't grow sugar cane in the mid west.
In the end people are going to have to decide priorities and my guess is that vehicle fuel will win over environmental damage and loss of food to the rest of the world.
What else can I help you with?
Why is ethanol a cleaner burning fuel than fossil fuels?
Ethanol burns more cleanly than fossil fuels because it produces lower levels of harmful pollutants like carbon monoxide and particulate matter when combusted. Additionally, ethanol is a renewable energy source that is derived from plants, making it a more sustainable option compared to fossil fuels that contribute to climate change through greenhouse gas emissions.
Is rocket fuel a fossil fuel?
Yes it is a fossil fuel.
When can you describe ethanol as a bio-fuel?
We can describe ethanol as a biofuel after the sugar has been fermented. It then gives off a greenhouse gas, carbon dioxide, when burnt. However, the sugar cane absorbs the gas during photosynthesis.
Can a Wankel engine run on ethanol?
Yes, a Wankel engine can run on ethanol. Ethanol is a popular alternative fuel for internal combustion engines, and it can be used in Wankel engines with modifications to the fuel system to handle the different properties of ethanol compared to gasoline.
Are car gases made up of fossil fuels?
It may depend on what fuel the car is using. There are many kinds of that fuel. There are biofuels like ethanol and fossil fuels. Scientists are trying to make a better fuel like wind power, solar energy, and geothermal energy because they are environmental friendly
Which fuel is not a fossil fuel?
There are tons. like ethanol from corn.
How much does it cost to produce 1 gallon of ethanol?
it takes 1.5 gallons of fossil fuel to produce 1 gallon of ethanol.
What is the fuel made from sugar cane?
Fuel made from sugar cane is called ethanol. It is a renewable and sustainable alternative to traditional fossil fuels, and is commonly used as a blend in gasoline or as a stand-alone fuel for vehicles. Ethanol production from sugar cane is a popular practice in countries with suitable climates, such as Brazil.
Why is ethanol considered a green fuel?
Ethanol is considered a green fuel because it is produced from renewable resources such as crops like corn or sugarcane. It also produces fewer greenhouse gas emissions compared to traditional fossil fuels when burned, making it a more environmentally friendly alternative. Additionally, ethanol can help reduce dependence on fossil fuels and contribute to a more sustainable energy future.
What is ethanol gas?
Ethanol gas, also known as E10 gasoline, is a blend of 90% gasoline and 10% ethanol, which is a renewable fuel made from plant materials like corn or sugarcane. It is commonly used as a fuel additive to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and decrease dependency on fossil fuels.
Why did the ethanol become green?
Ethanol and other alcohols were the original fuel of choice for automobiles. The growth of petroleum companies in the late 1800's influences a change to fossil fuel. The present labeling of ethanol as a "green" fuel is fairly recent as a branding effort. Most studies indicate that it has severe drawbacks as far as energy content and overall carbon footprint.
Since we can make the very same ethanol fuel from cultivated grains with standard processes and from uncultivated biomass using bacteria why does one way produce less net carbon in the atmosphere?
First of all, you have to understand that the whole grain-ethanol thing is more of a back-door subsidy for corn farmers than an environmental initiative. That said, I'm not sure that either method of making ethanol results in a net reduction of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere. In the case of grain ethanol, it takes fossil fuels (in the form of diesel) to grow the corn. And some estimate that it takes more diesel fuel just to grow the corn than will be replaced by the resulting ethanol. So, you would be better off, in terms of fossil fuel usage, to just burn the diesel in cars and trucks. But fossil fuels are not the only fuels that put carbon dioxide into the atmosphere. Burning ethanol also releases carbon dioxide. Maybe not as much as fossil fuels, but whatever it produces would have to be added to the carbon dioxide that was produced in growing the corn. And that is most certainly more than the carbon dioxide that would have been produced by burning the fossil fuel directly in automobiles. In the case of uncultivated biomass, you don't have tractors and other fossil-fuel-burning equipment contributing to the carbon dioxide in the atmosphere. However, the process of converting uncultivated biomass to ethanol is much more energy-intensive than converting grain to ethanol. So you still have quite a bit of fossil fuel burning required to produce the ethanol. And you still have all the carbon dioxide released when the ethanol itself is burned.
Is solar a fossil fuel?
No its not a fossil fuel
Why is ethanol a cleaner burning fuel than fossil fuels?
Ethanol burns more cleanly than fossil fuels because it produces lower levels of harmful pollutants like carbon monoxide and particulate matter when combusted. Additionally, ethanol is a renewable energy source that is derived from plants, making it a more sustainable option compared to fossil fuels that contribute to climate change through greenhouse gas emissions.
How might the mixing of gasoline with ethanol to improve fossil fuel conservation impact the fire safety of motor vehicles?
It doesn't really have an effect. Ethanol burns hotter and faster than gasoline, but it isn't any more volatile. The same safety precautions that are implemented for gasoline, at filling stations and in fuel delivery systems, will also prevent the risk of ethanol fires.
Is oil a fossil fuel or a nuclear fuel?
Oil is a fossil fuel.
Is fossil fuel cheap?
Fossil fuel is cheap
