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So for an experiment I must make ethanol from sugar using yeast. I've read that yeast dies at around 13% concentration of alcohol. So does that mean that my experiment is limited to a 13% yield?
Ethanol production is the process of converting sugar or starch into ethanol, a type of alcohol. The 13% yield limit refers to the maximum amount of ethanol that can be produced through fermentation, as the yeast used in the process cannot survive in high ethanol concentrations.
Yes, there are methods such as using genetically modified yeast strains or adding enzymes to the fermentation process that can increase the yield of ethanol production beyond 13%. However, these methods may not be cost-effective or sustainable in the long term.
No, the 13% yield limit is specific to the traditional fermentation process used in ethanol production. Other methods such as distillation or molecular sieves can produce ethanol with higher yields, but they are more expensive and require specialized equipment.
The 13% yield limit can be a limiting factor in the production of biofuels, as higher ethanol yields are needed to make them more cost-effective and competitive with traditional fossil fuels. Research is ongoing to find ways to increase the yield of ethanol production for biofuels.
Yes, increasing the yield of ethanol production beyond 13% can lead to a higher concentration of ethanol in the final product, which can have negative effects on engine performance and emissions. It can also require additional processing steps and resources, making it less environmentally friendly and cost-effective.