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Table 5 Comparison of biodiesel yields using various alcohols (Methanol vs. Ethanol)

From: Use of solar energy for biodiesel production and use of biodiesel waste as a green reaction solvent

 

In-lab

Solar

Small scale (methanol)

93.8%

95.5%

Small scale (ethanol)

92.9%

91.4%

Medium scale (methanol)

94.7%

93.0%

Medium scale (ethanol)

91.5%

94.4%