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Catalyst for Biodiesel: An Overview of Catalysts Used in Biodiesel Production
Abstract
The properties of biodiesel are similar to the fossil diesel and hence it can be used as a partial substitute for diesel without making any changes in the engine fuel injection system. The biodiesel is produced by a chemical process called transesterification with the help of homogeneous or heterogeneous catalysts. The homogeneous catalysts are most widely used for the commercial production of biodiesel. However, these catalysts require good quality feedstock for the production of the biodiesel. Hence, new catalysts are developed to overcome the problems associated with the homogeneous catalysts. This chapter discusses the various homogeneous and heterogeneous catalysts and highlights the advantages and disadvantages of each catalyst.
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