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Bioenergy Edition

Vol. 9 No. 1 927 (Eng) (Span)

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This edition of the Natural Inquirer is concerned with a new source of energy. The source of energy explored in this Natural Inquirer is really an old source. This type of energy was used before humans began using coal, oil, and gas. Can you guess what that energy source is? If you guessed wood, you are right! But it is actually more than just wood, because it can include a wide variety of plant material. Scientists now call this source of energy biomass, biofuel, or bioenergy.

What is bioenergy? The living (or once living) material in an area is known as biomass. Bio means life. (Think of biology, the study of life.) Biomass can also refer to plant materials and animal wastes used as a source of fuel. In this case it is known as biofuel or bioenergy. In this edition of the Natural Inquirer, we’ll explore ways that bioenergy contributes to our energy future.

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