VDA #3

1. What is algae? (Specifically, what kingdom does it belong to and where is it found?)

Algae is classified in Kingdom Protista. http://www.biology-online.org/dictionary/Algae
Algae can be found in damp, moist places. It is also found in bodies of water. http://answers.ask.com/Science/Biology/where_is_algae_found

 

2. What is another form of biofuel that the article mentions? (Hint! "There's more than _______ in Indiana! Indiana Beach!")

Another source of biofuel is corn.

 

3. When comparing algal biofuel to the biofuel mentioned in your answer to number 2, which one allegedly produces fewer polluntants?

The algae produces fewer pollutants.

4. How does the algae produce biofuel?

When fed on certain sugars the algae produces fammable oils that can be used as fuel addictives.

Then, watch Solazyme's video on biofuel production and answer the following questions, according to what the video presented:

1. How long does nature take to produce fuel?

Nature takes millions of years to produce petroleum from fossilized algae.

2. How long does it take Solazyme to produce fuel?

Solazyme shortened this process to a matter of days.

3. Where is Solazyme currently located?

Solazyme was founded in Peoria, Illinois, and is expanding all over the world.