Biodiesel

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weight that leads to a reduction in the emission of harmful gases such as hydrocarbons, toxic compounds and other particulate matter (Anderson, 2008).

Olive oil, on the other hand, is obtained from olives (Olea europaea), a traditional tree crop of the Mediterranean Basin. It is commonly used as fuel for traditional oil lamps. It has been proven that it can also be a good candidate for biodiesel production, however, because of its relatively high cost of production (Davidson, et.al, 1999).

The use of leaded commercial fuels has caused several problems not only because of its high cost but because of its harmful effect in the environment. Emission of harmful chemicals are greatly reduced with the use of biodiesel compared to commercial ones by up to 100% sulfur dioxide, 48% carbon monoxide, 47% particulate matter, 67% total unburned hydrocarbons and up to 90% reduction in mutagenicity (Lotero, et.al, 2005).

Based on the data gathered, the researchers have decided to ...

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conducted at Colegio San Agustin- Bacolod Chemical Laboratory. There will be two subjects under this study - Canola oil and Olive oil.

The subjects were Canola oil and Olive oil which both have different level of oil contents. The results for series of experimentations will provide the necessary information needed by the researcher.

This study will have three treatment repeated three times for accuracy purposes. The mean and one way ANOVA will be used for statistical analysis. The treatments are:

Treatment I : ½ liter Canola oil : 1.75 grams NaOH : 100 mL

Treatment II : ½ liter Olive oil : 1.75 grams NaOH : 100 mL

Treatment III: ½ liter commercial fuel

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