Platinum promotion in supported gold catalysts for glycerol oxidation
Master Thesis
2012
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There has been recently a drive toward cleaner fuels, with biodiesel proving to be a viable option. It is obtained by the transesterification of triglycerides, with glycerol as the main coproduct. Approximately 100kg of glycerol is formed per ton of biodiesel produced.
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Royker, M. 2012. Platinum promotion in supported gold catalysts for glycerol oxidation. University of Cape Town.