Transesterification of Palm Oil for the Production of Biodiesel
Open Access
- 1 August 2011
- journal article
- Published by Science Publications in American Journal of Applied Sciences
- Vol. 8 (8), 804-809
- https://doi.org/10.3844/ajassp.2011.804.809
Abstract
Problem statement: Palm oil is known as an important source of edible oil with significant values of renewable energy. Depletion of petroleum had captured much attention on producing biodiesel from the palm oil. Approach: The most concerning methods for the production of biodiesel were discussed, namely transesterification (alkali and acid), enzymetic approach and supercritical alcohol. Results: The results showed the vis-a-vis of the methods for possible consideration of research. Conclusion: Concerning the importance of this vegetable oil, the contribution of palm oil towards diminution of fossil fuel, possible methods for the production of biodiesel and the opportunity for the futures is very much importantKeywords
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