What are Synthetic Fuels and How are They Produced?
Synthetic fuels, or synfuels, are manufactured from raw materials like coal, natural gas, or biomass through chemical processes. A notable example is the Fischer-Tropsch process, which uses iron or cobalt catalysts to convert a mixture of carbon monoxide and hydrogen into liquid hydrocarbons. These synthetic fuels can be tailored to meet specific requirements, making them versatile alternatives to conventional fuels.