Title: Unit 1 Homework Assignment
Course: BFM 202 Biodiesel Production > Section: BFM 202 Biodiesel Production

Unit 1 Homework Assignment

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BFM 202 Biodiesel Production Unit 1 Homework Assignment has been adapted from "ENGY 131 Unit 1 Homework" by Southeastern Illinois College.

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Based on the unit readings,
answer these questions
in a document.
Short Answers: 5 points each

1. What are triglycerides? What is a fatty acid profile? (page 1 chapter 1)
2. What are some examples of biodiesel feedstock? (page 1 chapter 1)
3. How is methanol used in biodiesel production? Why is it used? (page 2 chapter 1)
4. What are the advantages of biodiesel in comparison with petro-diesel? (page 2 chapter 1)
5. What engine problems are associated with biodiesel? (page 2,3 chapter 1)