Multiple choice general knowledge science & technology

One company is experimenting with so-called "Oil 2.0," crude oil made from the droppings of what kind of organism?

  1. algae

  2. yeast

  3. insects

  4. bats
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Several companies, including LS9 (later acquired by Renewable Energy Group), have experimented with producing synthetic crude oil, dubbed 'Oil 2.0,' using genetically modified yeast. The yeast excretes hydrocarbons that can be refined into petroleum-like fuel. Algae biofuel is a different approach that uses algae directly rather than yeast fermentation.

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