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Synthetic fuel
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a type of fuel produced from renewable or non-renewable resources through chemical processes
What is "synthetic fuel"?
Synthetic fuel is a man-made fuel created from sources like natural gas, coal, or biomass instead of being directly extracted from raw oil. It is designed to work like traditional gasoline or diesel but can be cleaner because harmful substances can be removed during production. Some synthetic fuels are made using captured carbon dioxide and hydrogen, which can reduce harmful gas output when burned. They offer a way to keep using fuel-powered vehicles while lowering environmental impact compared to regular fossil fuels.
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Many countries are investing in synthetic fuel technology to reduce their dependency on traditional fossil fuels.
Synthetic fuel can be created from various sources, including biomass, coal, or even captured carbon dioxide.
