Algae Ethanol: The Bug Power
Home
Project Information
Title Justification
Abstract
Theoretical Backdrop
Experimental Design
Apparatus
Method
Experimental Data
Graphed Results
Calculations
Interpretation
Conclusion
Steps To The Future
Benefits of Ethanol
Acknowledgements
Terms & Concepts
Research on Ethanol
Ethanol FAQs
References
My Summa cum Laude Project - 2006
My Summa cum Laude Ethanol Project - 2007
 

Apparatus

  • Algae - grown in fresh water, river water and pond
     
  • Balance
     
  • Eye protection
     
  • Glass beaker - 1
     
  • Glass bottles with cork to store ethanol and petroleum fuels
     
  • Glass rod - 1
     
  • Large glass containers - 3
     
  • Hydrometer with range of 0.65 to .90
     
  • Heat-resistant mat
     
  • Insulating material
     
  • Labels
     
  • Measuring cylinder
     
  • Petri dishes - 12
     
  • Petroleum based fuels - small quantities
     
  • Pyrex conical flask
     
  • Rubber gloves
     
  • Spirit burner and wicks
     
  • Stand with clamp
     
  • Tap water in a jug and a measuring cup
     
  • Thermometer of range (0 - 50 °C)
     
  • Yeast


Experimental Apparatus

  Back to Top