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Thermochemical Conversion

The thermal processes used to convert biomass into liquid, solid, and gaseous products, including the principles, reactions, and efficiencies of pyrolysis, gasification, and liquefaction

intermediate
3 hours
Environmental Science
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Thermochemical conversion of biomass is a vital process that transforms organic materials into energy through methods like combustion, gasification, and pyrolysis. These processes not only provide renewable energy but also help in waste management and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Understanding...

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Key Terms

Biomass
Organic material that comes from plants and animals.

Example: Wood, crop residues, and animal manure are all types of biomass.

Combustion
A chemical process where biomass is burned to release energy.

Example: Burning wood in a fireplace for heat.

Gasification
A process that converts biomass into gas by applying heat in a low-oxygen environment.

Example: Producing syngas from wood chips.

Pyrolysis
Thermal decomposition of biomass in the absence of oxygen, producing bio-oil and char.

Example: Heating biomass to create biochar.

Biofuels
Fuels produced from biomass, such as ethanol and biodiesel.

Example: Ethanol made from corn.

Sustainability
Meeting current energy needs without compromising future generations' ability to meet theirs.

Example: Using biomass responsibly to ensure a continuous energy supply.

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Key Concepts

BiomassCombustionGasificationPyrolysis