 How is biodiesel made?

 Biodiesel fuel is made from oils or fats, which are

both hydrocarbons, most commonly soybean
oil.
 These hydrocarbons are filtered, then mixed
with an alcohol, which is usually methanol, and a
catalyst (sodium or potassium hydroxide).
 The major products of this reaction are the
biodiesel fuel, which is an ester, and glycerol,
which has commercial uses, such as in
cosmetics.

FAME = Fatty Acid Methyl Ester

 Biodiesel is Environmentally Friendly.
 Biodiesel has Economic Advantages.
 No Engine Modifications Necessary.
 Biodiesel can be Made at Home.
 Biodiesel can be Made from Waste Products.
 Biodiesel Byproducts.
 Biodiesel prolongs Engine Life.