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Production of Biofuel from Microalgae

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Production of biofuel from microalgae is presented in this chapter. Biochemical Conversion (Anaerobic Digestion; Alcoholic Fermentation; Hydrogen production; Biodiesel production) and thermochemical conversion (Gasification; Hydrothermal liquefaction; Hydrothermal carbonization; Pyrolysis) processes are discussed.

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