How much protein is in fuel? The surprising answer
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4 min read
A 2011 study by UCLA researchers demonstrated the feasibility of using proteins as a raw material for biofuel, but for most common fuels, the answer is a simple zero. The average driver puts no protein into their car's engine when they fill up the tank. How much protein is in fuel, and why is this the case for traditional petroleum products? The simple composition of fossil fuels and the complex nature of proteins provide a clear chemical explanation for this fundamental difference.
