How Does Catalysis Contribute to Biofuel Production?
Catalysts play a vital role in converting biomass into biofuels. One common method is through the transesterification of vegetable oils to produce biodiesel. Catalysts like sodium hydroxide or potassium hydroxide are used to speed up this chemical reaction. Another method is the fermentation of sugars from crops like corn to produce ethanol, where enzymes act as biological catalysts.
