biodiesel
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- noun
- /ˈbaɪoʊˌdiːzəl/
- Specialized
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biodiésel
- Brazil has more recently begun to target increased use of biodiesel fuels, primarily derived from soybean oil.
- biodiesel fuel
- biodiesel blend
- biodiesel combustion
Another form of liquid fuel is the creation of biodiesel.
- Another form of liquid fuel is the creation of biodiesel.
Examples
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Proponents of reducing carbon dioxide emissions of the world's combustion point to biodiesel as a desirable option.
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The center uses B20, a common biodiesel blend, in its entire fleet of over 150 diesel vehicles.
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Hey, uh, do you guys sell biodiesel here?
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Similarly, the German 100 percent sales tax exemption for biodiesel has led to recent growth.
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The scientists are starting their study with biodiesel, but have plans to look at other alternative fuels.
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There are plenty of arguments to support the use of biodiesel fuel blends in the U.S. fuel supply.
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The oil can be used to produce biodiesel, which can be substituted for petroleum-based diesel fuel.
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Generators can run on biodiesel made from a variety of plant or animal fats and oils.
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In 2005, the European Union produced 890 million gallons of biodiesel, over 80 percent of the world's total.
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Many bus companies are adopting biodiesel to reduce their carbon footprint.
Synonyms
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3.5
A fuel made from plants, animals, or organic waste used instead of fossil fuels
How Renewable
- Specialized
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3.8
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Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Biodiesel combines bio- ('life'), as in biology, and diesel, the name for a common engine fuel. So biodiesel is a fuel made from living things like plant oils or animal fats, which is why it can replace regular diesel.