Question

Which of the following plant species you would select for the production of bioethanol?

• A. Jatropha
• B. Brassica
• C. Zea mays
• D. Pongamia

Answer 1

The correct option is A

Jatropha

The correct option is A.

Explanation of the correct option:

1. The glucose content of plants influences the synthesis of bioethanol.
2. There are some agricultural species with high glucose content, such as maize, but these are already exploited as food crops.
3. As a result, the ideal option is to select plants that can be used as a biofuel source while not interfering with food production.
4. As a result, the Jatropha plant is used for this function.
5. This plant's seeds are abundant in fatty acid methyl esters, which create a lot of energy.

Explanation of the incorrect options:

Option B:

Although one species of Brassica, B. napus, possesses bioethanol characteristics, it is not widely used.

Option C:

Zea mays are utilized for bioethanol production in areas where it is widely grown, such as the United States. In other places, it is mostly used as a food crop.

Option D:

To make bioethanol, Pongamia oil must be combined with Jatropha oil.

Final Answer: Jatropha is the best option for the production of bioethanol.