Green Revolution: Biomass
"Green Revolution: Biomass" explains how energy stored in organic matter can be converted into usable fuels and electricity. The video explores biomass, biofuels, methane from landfill decomposition, algae oil, waste grease, and sawdust as renewable energy sources. It highlights key science concepts such as energy conversion, cellulose, fermentation, ethanol, catalysts, chemical reactions, and carbon cycling. Researchers at Arizona State University, the University of Wisconsin, and the University of Massachusetts Amherst demonstrate how biology, chemistry, engineering, and microbiology support the development of greener alternatives to fossil fuels. This curriculum-aligned science resource supports learning in life science, environmental science, and physical science by connecting plant biomass, decomposition, microbes, and fuel production to real-world sustainability challenges. Part of the "Green Revolution" series.
Media Details
Runtime: 6 minutes, 52 seconds
- Topic: Business, Careers, Science
- Subtopic: Chemistry, Energy, Engineering, Environmental Issues, Science Experiments
- Grade/Interest Level: 7 - 12
- Standards:
- Release Year: 2010
- Producer/Distributor: National Science Foundation
- Series: Green Revolution
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