Carbon based fuels Flashcards
(9 cards)
1
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What is a fuel?
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A fuel is a substance with stored energy that can be
released relatively easily for use as heat or power.
2
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Exothermic reactions …. energy
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Release
3
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Endothermic reactions…energy
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Absorb
4
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A fuel is considered to be non-renewable if it cannot …
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be replenished at the rate at which it is consumed.
5
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Photosynthesis equation
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6CO2 (g) + 6H2O(l) =>C6 H12 O6 (aq) + 6O (g)
6
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Fermentation equation
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C6H12O6—>2C2H5OH+ 2co2
7
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Advantages and Disadvantages for renewable fuels
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Advanatges- Carbon neutral, environmentally friendly
Disadvantages-
8
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Advantages and Disadvantages for non-renewable fuels
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